What’s the secret to our energy? These easy and nutrient-rich bars

Here are 10 recipes for every time you're craving a quick and easy snack
Team Start2Bake

Energy bars, protein bars, granola bars- they all have one common end goal: to help you recharge. Protein bars have been gaining popularity in the Indian market for some time now and are widely consumed by people of all age groups. They act as a healthy addition to your diet and are highly versatile. They confer nutritional values and even act as good carriers of healthy fibres which makes them the perfect snack for when you need an instant boost of energy. 

 1. Sesame seed bar This no-bake nutrition bar is a lot like your til gud ki chikki, minus the gud (jaggery). It’s high on protein and a good source of vitamin B. The best part about this recipe? It requires only four ingredients! What are you waiting for? Add this to your to-cook list now.
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 2. Cacao and hemp seed bar Loaded with rich ingredients like hemp seeds, cacao powder, nut milk and maple syrup, this recipe makes for the perfect healthy dessert. Hemp seeds are a great source of protein and contain high amounts of vitamin E, calcium and zinc.
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 3. Peanut butter lupin bar High in protein and made with creamy peanut butter, this bar also has strong flavours of coconut and dark chocolate. We’d recommend this as a great post-workout snack. Pro tip: you can use oats instead of lupin flakes. Also Read – Which Bollywood celebrity are you, based on your favourite Starbucks drink?

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 4. Cranberry white chocolate chip protein bars Who said eating chocolate can’t be healthy? These cranberry and white chocolate chip protein bars are made with nutrient-rich ingredients like hemp seeds, chia seeds, dried cranberries and white chocolate chips that help add a kick of sweetness. It’s like comfort food, but in the form of a small protein bar.
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 5. Chocolate fruit and nut slice This fruity, nut rich bar also includes a mix of dates, cocoa, peanut butter, coconut, cashews and cranberries. It is a good source of calcium and potassium, which come from the figs. Trust us, you will love this one.
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 6. Protein peanut butter and banana oat bars
  Banana bread took over our social media feeds in 2020. Here’s a way in which you can upgrade the popular snack. Add some peanut butter, chia seeds and oats to make these yummy protein bars. The recipe ensures that it comes packed with the goodness of protein, fibre and vitamin B1. These bars make for a great breakfast option, when you’re in a rush. Check the recipe out here. 

 7. Coconut chocolate protein bars Coconut and chocolate combined with dates and vanilla are what dreams are made of. The dates add nutritional value as they are rich in fibre and at the same time act as a natural sweetener for the recipe. This chocolate-y bar, with hints of coconut is all you’ll need after a swim or a game outdoors.

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 8. Cookie dough protein bites
  Ever wondered how you can turn your favourite cookie into a healthy snack made using cashew butter (for a cookie dough-like flavour), honey, vanilla, protein powder, whole wheat flour and mini chocolate chips, this recipe helps you have your cookie and enjoy it, too .

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 9. Peanut butter and honey cereal protein bars
  This protein bar is a better version of your everyday cereal bowl and comes with creamy peanut butter, tahini, coconut flour and sweet honey. Add a cereal of your choice and you’re sorted for brekkie almost every day!

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 10. Pumpkin spiced latte energy bar
  With this energy bar, it becomes possible to enjoy pumpkin spice, even if it isn’t Halloween. The vegan, gluten-free snack is made with almonds, dates, coffee, coconut, vanilla, pumpkin puree and pumpkin-pie spice. Depending on your palate, you can even use cinnamon, ginger or nutmeg instead of pumpkin pie spice.

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The good thing about energy bars is that you can whip them up easily and enjoy them any time of the day. Now, you can learn to make these at the comfort of your own home by signing up for this class with chef Gina Maya Iyer. A  baker at heart, she runs a successful Facebook page called Bake It Basic and also helms Knead Event a meet-and-greet for the community. Click here to register.