Crunchy Lentil Energy Bars: A Nutritious Homemade Treat
Homemade Lentil Energy Bars Recipe: Healthy & Delicious
Enjoy the delightful crunchy texture of these homemade lentil energy bars. Packed with the wholesome goodness of lentils and the rich flavor of various nuts, this is a perfect, easy-to-make snack.
Main Ingredients- Assorted nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, peanuts)
- Lentils
Sweet Syrup Ingredients- Butter
- 2 ladles of Oligodang or Grain Syrup (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Butter
- 2 ladles of Oligodang or Grain Syrup (approx. 1/2 cup)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare the key ingredients for your energy bars: assorted nuts and lentils. Nuts like almonds and walnuts that are already roasted can be used as is. However, if your peanuts and lentils are raw, it’s best to lightly toast them in a pan to enhance their nutty flavor and crispiness. Toasting lentils makes them even more satisfyingly crunchy!
Step 2
Prepare a mold or tray to set the energy bars. A square baking pan or even a food container works well. Lining the tray with parchment paper will make it much easier to remove the bars later and help you achieve a neater shape. Now, let’s begin making these delicious energy bars!
Step 3
To make the sweet syrup, melt the butter in a pan over low heat. Be careful not to burn the butter; melting it gently is key.
Step 4
Once the butter is fully melted, add 2 ladles of oligodang or grain syrup. If you’re using a syrup made from rice, you can add a generous amount as it’s not overly sweet. Stir the syrup and butter together until well combined.
Step 5
As the syrup begins to bubble gently, add the toasted lentils. Stir quickly to coat the lentils evenly with the sweet syrup. This step ensures every lentil is deliciously flavored.
Step 6
Now, add all the remaining assorted nuts to the pan. Stir everything together, allowing the syrup to bind the lentils and nuts. Keep stirring gently with a spatula until the mixture starts to clump together.
Step 7
Once all the ingredients are well combined with the syrup and have been sautéed for a bit, transfer the mixture into your prepared tray. Use a spatula to press down and level the surface, shaping the bars to your desired thickness. After shaping, place the tray in the freezer for about 1 hour to set. Freezing helps the bars harden nicely for easy slicing.
Step 8
Carefully remove the hardened energy bars from the tray. Your delicious lentil energy bars are now complete! The combination of crunchy nuts and chewy lentils is truly delightful.
Step 9
Cut the set energy bars into bite-sized pieces. Slicing them into convenient, individual portions makes them easy to enjoy. If the bars are sticking to your knife, try warming the knife slightly under hot water for cleaner cuts.
Step 10
Store the sliced energy bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer. They make a fantastic healthy snack to grab whenever you feel peckish. They are also very portable, so consider packing them for picnics or outings!
