Indian Style Homemade Protein Energy Bar
A simple, no-bake Indian protein energy bar made with oats, dates and nuts — healthy, high-protein snack perfect for busy days or post-workout.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Soak the pitted dates in warm water for 10–15 minutes to soften them. Drain and reserve.
- In a blender or food processor, grind the soaked dates into a smooth sticky paste.
- Lightly roast almonds and cashews in a dry pan over low heat for 3–4 minutes until aromatic. Let them cool.
- Add oats, roasted almonds, cashews, peanut butter, honey (or jaggery syrup) and salt into the blender with the date paste. Blend until mixture comes together and forms a sticky dough. If mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon of warm water.
- Line a small tray or loaf-pan with parchment paper or foil. Spread the mixture evenly and press firmly using the back of a spoon or spatula to compact it well.
- Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour or until firm. Then cut into 12 equal bars. Store in an airtight container in fridge.
Notes
You can substitute jaggery syrup for honey for a more traditional Indian twist. Bars stay good up to 2–3 weeks refrigerated. Add seeds like flax or chia for extra fiber and omega-3s.