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pedal powered energy drink recipe

Pedal-Powered Energy: Homemade Bike Bar Recipe

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These homemade bike energy bars provide the perfect balance of slow-burning carbs, protein, and healthy fats to fuel your cycling adventures. Packed with whole grains, nuts, and dried fruits, they deliver sustained energy for those challenging rides while being infinitely customizable to your taste preferences.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup butter melted (or oil for dairy-free version)
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 cups dried fruit chopped (apricots, cranberries, raisins, etc.)
  • 8 large egg whites beaten
  • 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
  • 2 1/2 cups nuts chopped (almonds, walnuts, pecans, etc.)
  • 3/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup wheat germ
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the egg whites and melted butter (or oil if using).
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together the whole wheat flour, wheat germ, baking powder, nonfat dry milk powder, rolled oats, salt, and brown sugar.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped dried fruit, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, and sesame seeds until evenly distributed.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan, pressing it down slightly with a spatula or your fingertips.
  7. Bake for approximately 30 minutes. The bars may still seem slightly soft when removed from the oven.
  8. Allow the pan to cool completely before cutting into 24 pieces.
  9. For best results, wrap each piece individually in foil and store in the freezer until needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 215kcal

Notes

These energy bars are incredibly versatile - feel free to customize with your favorite dried fruits and nuts. Ground flaxseed makes an excellent substitute for wheat germ if needed. For summer rides when chocolate might melt, consider replacing chocolate chips with additional dried fruit.
The bars will thaw quickly in your jersey pocket during rides, making them perfect grab-and-go fuel. They'll keep in the freezer for up to 3 months, so you can make a large batch to have on hand for multiple rides.
For a less sweet version, reduce the brown sugar to 1/2 cup. Adding spices like cinnamon or cardamom can create interesting flavor variations.

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