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Crunchy Oat Cookies

These are high in fiber and calcium but still taste great. Crunchy Oat Cookies 1 c. whole wheat flour 1/3 c. nonfat dry milk 1/4 c. wheat germ 1/4 c. wheat bran 1 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. nutmeg 1/8 tsp. cloves 1 c. butter, softened 1 c. brown sugar 2 eggs 2 c. oats 1/2 c. chopped nuts 1/2 c. raisins or chocolate chips Stir together dry ingredients and set aside. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and beat until fluffy. Gradually stir in dry ingredients. Add oats, nuts, and raisins until well blended. Drop by spoonfuls onto lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 for 9-10 minutes or until light brown. 

Triple Treat Walnut Bars

These are like brownies, but with a little health boost. Super yummy. Triple-Treat Walnut Bars 1/2 c, butter, slightly softened 3 oz. cream cheese, softened 1/2 c. brown sugar 1 c. whole wheat flour 1/3 c. wheat germ 2 c. chocolate chips Cream together butter and cream cheese, then add sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Add flour and wheat germ and beat until smooth. Turn into greased 13x9 pan. Bake at 375 for 15-18 minutes, until edges are light brown and top is firm. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chocolate chips. Let stand about 5 minutes, until chocolate softens, then spread evenly over the top.  Topping: 2 eggs 1/2 c, honey 1/3 c, whole wheat flour 1/3 c. nonfat dry milk 1/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 1/4 tsp. mace 1 1/2 c. chopped walnuts Combine eggs and honey until well blended. Add remaining flour, dry milk, salt, spices, and walnuts. Crumble over the chocolate and return to the oven. Bake another 18-20 minutes or unt...