How to Make Energy Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

Do you ever find yourself in need of a quick and convenient energy boost? Whether you're heading to the gym, going for a hike, or just need a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, energy bars are a great option. Not only are they convenient to take on-the-go, but they can also be a healthier alternative to store-bought snacks. Plus, making your own energy bars allows you to control the ingredients and customize the flavors to your liking.

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Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 large ripe banana, mashed
  • 1 cup quick-cooking rolled oats
  • ½ cup unsalted raw sunflower seeds
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup nonfat dry milk powder
  • ½ cup chopped pitted dates
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ cup chopped dried apricots
  • ½ cup toasted wheat germ
  • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup whole-wheat pastry flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 9
  • Yield: 9 bars

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix the eggs, banana, oats, sunflower seeds, cinnamon, milk powder, dates, raisins, walnuts, apricots, wheat germ, maple syrup, and whole-wheat pastry flour together in a large bowl until thoroughly combined; spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes; set aside to cool. Cut into 9 bars and wrap with plastic to store.
  • Nutrition

    309 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 43mg
    • Sodium: 56mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 47g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 28g
    • Protein: 11g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 133mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 599mg