This is a perfect snack for calming the afternoon munchies. Sweet, but not too sweet. From Food Guide for Marathoners: Tips for Everyday Champions by Nancy Clark.
Ingredients:
3 cups (160 g) oat squares cereal
3 cups (160 g) mini-pretzels, salted or salt-free, as desired
2 tablespoons (30 g) tub margarine, melted
1 tablespoon (15 g) packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon (3 g) cinnamon
1 cup (150 g) dried fruit bits, raisins and/or almonds
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
2. In a large resealable plastic bag or plastic container with a cover, combine the oat squares and pretzels.
3. In a small microwavable bowl, melt the margarine, then add the brown sugar and cinnamon. Mix well, then pour over the cereal mixture.
4. Seal the bag or container and shake gently until the mixture is well coated. Transfer to a baking sheet.
5. Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring twice.
6. Let cool; add the dried fruit; store in airtight container.
Yield: 10 servings Total calories: 2,000
200 calories per serving, 40 g Carb, 5 g Pro, 2 g Fat
Recipe courtesy of the American Heart Association.Nancy Clark, MS, RD, CSSD (Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) helps both casual and competitive athletes enhance their health and performance. Her practice is at Healthworks, the premier fitness center in Chestnut Hill MA, USA (617-795-1875). Her Sports Nutrition Guidebook and food guides for new runners, marathoners, and cyclists offer additional information. They are available at www.nancyclarkrd.com. See also sportsnutritionworkshop.