Homemade Energy Bars Recipe 🍫
Overview:
Looking for a healthy yet delicious snack to power you through your day? These Homemade Energy Bars are the perfect solution! Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor, they’re ideal for dessert, lunch, or a quick snack on the go. Plus, they’re low in cholesterol and easy to make in less than an hour, including prep and baking time.
Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup honey 🍯
- 1/4 cup lemon juice 🍋
- 2 cups dates 🌴
- 24 oz whole wheat flour 🌾
- 2 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup 🍁
- 1/4 cup canola oil
- 2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lightly coat a 13x9x2-inch baking pan with cooking spray. | 0m |
| 2 | In a small bowl, mix the honey, orange juice and the 2 tablespoons lemon juice. | 5m |
| 3 | Stir in the dates. | 2m |
| 4 | In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, soda and baking powder. | 3m |
| 5 | Mix maple syrup, egg whites, oil and the 1 teaspoon lemon juice. | 4m |
| 6 | Add to the whole-wheat flour mixture. | 2m |
| 7 | Beat with an electric mixer till combined, scraping sides of bowl frequently (mixture will be crumbly). | 5m |
| 8 | Add date mixture and beat till combined. | 3m |
| 9 | Spread the batter in the prepared baking pan. | 2m |
| 10 | Bake in a 350 degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes or till top is lightly golden and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. | 15m |
| 11 | Remove from oven. | 0m |
| 12 | Cool in pan on a wire rack. | 0m |
| 13 | Cut into 12 bars. | 0m |
| 14 | Serve at once, or wrap and freeze individual bars. | 0m |
| 15 | Thaw before eating. | 0m |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 194
- Fat: 1.7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 71.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 43.7g
- Fiber: 4.4g
- Sugar: 22.9g
- Protein: 4.5g
Serving Size:
- Makes 12 bars
Tips:
- Feel free to customize your energy bars by adding nuts, seeds, or dried fruits for extra flavor and texture.
- These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or frozen for longer storage.
- Experiment with different sweeteners like agave nectar or brown rice syrup for a unique taste.
- Don’t overbake the bars to ensure they remain chewy and moist.
Conclusion:
With their wholesome ingredients and irresistible taste, these Homemade Energy Bars are sure to become a staple in your snack rotation. Whether you’re fueling up for a workout or satisfying your sweet tooth, these bars have you covered. Enjoy the convenience of having a nutritious snack ready whenever hunger strikes!
