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Healthy Banana Bars (Diabetic and Low Cholestrol)

This is a recipe that my friend recently gave to me. She made this recipe to use as a snack for her husband who is a diabetic, and also has to watch his cholesterol. It is very good and very good for you.

Mix together dry ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup Chopped Almonds
  • 1 cup Oatmeal
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cloves,
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Soda
  • 1/4 cup Konsyl
  • 1/2 to 1 cup raisins as you like
  • 1/2 cup Splenda (optional)
  • 1/4 cup Flax Seed (Optional)
Note: Konsyl is a sugar free 100% Psyllium Fiber product available at the pharmacy. This is added because most people do not get enough fiber in their diet.

Mix together liquid ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil or Canola Oil
  • 1 cup Non Fat Buttermilk
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Applesauce,
  • 1 large mashed banana (1/2 to 3/4 cup)
Stir the liquids into the dry mixture thoroughly, making sure they are all moistened. Spray a 9X13 pan with a non-stick spray, and pat the dough evenly in the pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes at 350 degrees F. Cool and cut in squares.

To get the health benefits, be sure to use Whole Wheat Flour (preferably Stone Ground), and the Konsyl. Do not substitute or omit these ingredients.

By Harlean from Hot Springs, Arkansas

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