Creamy Carob Squares
1 cup Whole Wheat Pastry. Flour
1/2 cup Oat Bran
1/2 cup Oat (or corn) Flakes 1/2 cup slivered almonds
3/4 cup Sesame Tahini (soft)
2 tbsp. rice syrup mixed with 2 tbsp. water 1 cup tofu
1/2 cup ricotta or low-fat cottage cheese
1/2 cup carob powder 1/2 cup maple syrup
1 tsp. vanilla (or 1/2 tsp. almond extract)
Directions
Combine first six ingredients to form a crumb mixture. Set aside. Beat together remaining ingredients. Place half of crumb mixture in an oiled 9″ x 12″ pan, press down well; cover with carob mixture, then top with remaining crumb mixture.
Bake at 350° F. for 30-35 minutes or until golden. Cool and cut into squares.
SUGGESTION: If crumb mixture does not stick together, add a little oil.