Pumpkin Protein Bars

Here is a great recipe I found on http://www.bodybuilding.com/.  Fitness model Jamie Eason has this awesome recipe on there and they are great.  I make them almost every week to incorporate into my meals.

Ingredients:
1/2c xylitol brown sugar blend (I use the brand Ideal from my local grocer, and you can always use Splenda brown sugar blend.)
1/2c unsweetened applesauce
2tsp cinnamon
1 1/2tsp ginger
1/2tsp cloves
1tsp baking soda
1tsp baking powder
1/2tsp salt
2tsp vanilla extract
4 egg whites
1 can of pumpkin puree (15oz)
2c oat flour (I found mine in the health food store)
2 scoops vanilla protein powder
1/2c unsweetened almond milk
1/2c nuts (optional)

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350F
Spray 9x13in baking pan with cooking spray and set aside
Combine first 11 ingredients and mix well.
Add final 3 ingredients plus nuts and mix well until a creamy batter forms.
Pour batter into baking pan and bake for 30 minutes.
Makes 24 squares

Enjoy 2 squares with another source of protein like greek yogurt, or have 4 as a mid-meal snack.

These are super yummy, super easy, and keep very well in the fridge.  Enjoy! :)