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Tropical Delight Energy Bars: Exotic Hawaiian Flavors in Every Bite 🌴

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Hawaiian Energy Bars 🌺

Overview:

Indulge in the exotic flavors of the tropics with our Hawaiian Energy Bars recipe. Bursting with the goodness of papaya, pineapple, and other tropical fruits, these bars are perfect for dessert, a midday snack, or a quick energy boost anytime! With just under an hour of baking time and a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these delightful bars to enjoy throughout the week.

  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Prep Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour and 6 minutes
  • Servings: 16 slices
  • Yield: 1 9×5 loaf

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cup walnuts
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup dried mango
  • 1/2 cup dried papaya
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 3 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 cup crushed pineapple

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Gather all the ingredients listed in the recipe.

  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the walnuts, raisins, dried mango, dried papaya, and whole wheat flour. Mix well to ensure even distribution of ingredients.

  3. Prepare Wet Mixture: In another bowl, whisk together the canola oil, vanilla extract (or coconut extract for that extra tropical flavor), salt, whole eggs, egg white, and crushed pineapple. Ensure the mixture is well combined.

  4. Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring well until everything is thoroughly combined. The mixture should be moist but not overly wet.

  5. Prepare Baking Pan: Lightly grease a 9×5 loaf pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

  6. Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly with a spatula. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  7. Cool and Slice: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

  8. Chill and Serve: Once cooled, remove the bars from the pan and wrap them tightly in plastic wrap. Refrigerate the bars until they are cold and firm. This helps them hold their shape when slicing.

  9. Slice and Store: Using a sharp knife, cut the chilled bars into 16 even slices. These Hawaiian Energy Bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, making them perfect for meal prep or on-the-go snacks.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 1940
  • Fat: 73.5g
    • Saturated Fat: 8.1g
  • Cholesterol: 372.2mg
  • Sodium: 791.3mg
  • Carbohydrates: 300.6g
    • Fiber: 28.3g
    • Sugar: 171.5g
  • Protein: 42.8g

Recipe Notes:

  • Feel free to customize these energy bars with your favorite tropical fruits or nuts.
  • For added sweetness, you can drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled bars before slicing.
  • These bars are perfect for a quick breakfast on busy mornings or as a post-workout snack to refuel your energy levels.
  • Make sure to store the bars in an airtight container to maintain their freshness and prevent them from drying out.

Keywords:

Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Cookie & Brownie, Papaya, Pineapple, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Hawaiian, Weeknight, < 4 Hours

Experience a taste of the Hawaiian islands with every bite of these delicious energy bars. Whether you’re craving a sweet treat or need a boost of energy to power through your day, these bars are sure to hit the spot!

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