Oatmeal Coconut Crunch

Crunch away the calories with this oatmeal coconut crunch diet recipe.

Ingredients

• 2 c. oatmeal
• 1/2 c. unsweetened flaked coconut
• 1/2 c. dates, chopped
• 1/2 c. almonds, slivered
• 1 T. vanilla extract
• 2 T. granulated brown sugar replacement
• 2 T. granulated fructose
• 3 T. low-calorie margarine, melted
• 3 T. hot water

t. = teaspoon, T. = Tablespoon, c. = cup

Instructions

1. Combine the oatmeal, coconut, dates, almonds, vanilla, brown sugar replacement, and fructose in a large bowl.
2. Pour margarine and water over mixture and stir until completely moistened.
3. Transfer to a well greased 13 X 9 X 2 in. (33 X 23 X 5 cm) baking pan.
4. Pat down in bottom of pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes.
5. Remove pan from oven and break cereal mixture into large pieces.
6. Return to oven and bake for 5 to 7 more minutes or until crispy and toasry brown. Store in a tightly covered container on the kitchen shelf or freeze.

Yields 8 servings

Nutritional Information

Each serving contains:

• 123 calories
• 16g carbohydrates