Healthy Bars

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 12

Healthy, fiber-rich bars packed with nuts, dried fruit, and whole grains, perfect for nutritious snacks on hikes or busy days needing a wholesome energy boost.

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Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 2/3 c. brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 3/4 c. wheat, oat, or rice bran
  • 1 c. buttermilk
  • 1 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. chopped walnuts
  • 3/4 c. raisins
  • 2 c. figs or prunes

Instructions

  1. Spray a 13 x 9-inch baking pan with no-stick spray.
  2. Cream the softened butter and brown sugar together.
  3. Add eggs and mix until well combined.
  4. Stir in the bran and buttermilk, then sift in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Stir just until the mixture is well mixed.
  6. Fold in chopped walnuts, raisins, and chopped figs or prunes.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  8. Bake until edges are lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
  9. Test the center with a clean straw to ensure it is done.
  10. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  11. Cut into bars and wrap each in foil for easy carrying on hikes.
  12. Store the bars in the freezer if made far in advance to keep them fresh.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

890 kcal 44% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.8g 24% DV
Total Fat 45.5g 58% DV
Carbs 114.8g 42% DV
Fiber 6.9g 24% DV
Sugar 48.4g 97% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16702.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 679mg 14% DV
Cholesterol 142.3mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 140.3mcg 16% DV
Vitamin C 1.7mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.8mcg 4% DV
Calcium 171.3mg 13% DV
Iron 5.6mg 31% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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