Breakfast bars
Delicious bars for an energizing breakfast
If you're looking for a quick, healthy, and flavorful breakfast, you've come to the perfect recipe! These cocoa, fruit, nut, and cereal bars are ideal for starting your day with energy and good mood. We offer you a simple recipe, but full of nutrients, that can be easily adapted based on your preferences. Let's get to work!
Total time: 40 minutes
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 20 minutes
Number of servings: 10 bars
Ingredients:
- 150g rice flour (organic)
- 150g whole wheat flour (organic)
- 50g powdered coconut flakes (organic)
- 100g muesli with cereals and dried fruits (organic)
- 100g brown sugar (organic)
- 100g blueberries (can be frozen)
- 100g cranberries (can be frozen)
- 100g ground almonds
- 100g ground cashews
- 5 fresh dates
- 3 tablespoons organic cocoa
- Organic vanilla (half a pod or 1 teaspoon of extract)
- Still water (a glass to bind the dough)
Step-by-step instructions:
Step 1: Preparing the ingredients
Start by gathering all the necessary ingredients. Make sure you have quality rice flour and whole wheat flour, preferably organic, to benefit from all the nutrients. If you don't have muesli, you can use a mix of whole grains, but it's recommended to choose options with dried fruits for added flavor.
Step 2: Preparing the dry mix
In a large bowl, combine the rice flour, whole wheat flour, coconut flakes, muesli, brown sugar, cocoa, and ground almonds. Mix the dry ingredients well with a spatula or wooden spoon until they are homogeneous.
Step 3: Adding wet ingredients
In another bowl, chop the dates into small pieces. They will add a sweet taste and a pleasant texture to your bars. Add the chopped dates, blueberries, and cranberries to the dry mix. Then, add the vanilla (you can use either the pod or extract) and the ground cashews. Mix everything carefully.
Step 4: Binding the dough
Start adding water gradually, little by little, while continuously mixing. The goal is to obtain a dough that does not stick to your hands. If necessary, you can add a little rice flour to help bind the mixture. The dough should be moist but not sticky.
Step 5: Shaping the bars
Once you have the desired dough, take a baking tray and line it with parchment paper. Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into bars. You can make the bars thinner or thicker, depending on your preferences.
Step 6: Baking
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius. Place the bars in the prepared tray and bake them for about 20 minutes. The bars are ready when they turn golden at the edges. Let them cool in the tray for a few minutes, then transfer them to a rack to cool completely.
Step 7: Serving
After the bars have cooled completely, you can cut them into your desired shapes. These bars are perfect for enjoying at breakfast, as a snack between meals, or even as a healthy dessert. You can serve them alongside natural yogurt or a fresh smoothie for added flavor!
Tips and useful advice:
- Use dried fruits of your choice: you can try apricots, raisins, or even pecans for a varied taste.
- If you want to improve the texture of the bars, you can add some chia or flax seeds, which bring extra nutrients.
- The bars can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week. You can freeze them for later use.
Nutritional benefits:
These bars are rich in fiber, protein, and antioxidants, thanks to ingredients like almonds, cocoa, and dried fruits. Each serving provides you with a healthy dose of energy, ideal for starting your day. They also contain healthy fats, contributing to heart health.
Frequently asked questions:
1. Can I replace brown sugar with another sweetener?
Yes, you can use maple syrup or honey, but be careful with the quantity, as these are sweeter than sugar.
2. How can I make the bars less dense?
If you prefer fluffier bars, you can add a beaten egg to the wet ingredient mixture.
3. Can I use other types of flour?
Sure! You can experiment with almond flour or oat flour, but the result may vary.
Serving suggestions:
These bars are perfect for enjoying with a cup of green tea or a fresh fruit smoothie. You can cut them into smaller cubes and use them as a healthy snack for kids at school.
Adopt this recipe for cocoa, fruit, nut, and cereal bars into your breakfast routine and enjoy a day full of energy and health! Whether you enjoy them alone or share them with family, these bars will surely become a favorite in your kitchen!
Ingredients: 150 g rice flour (organic) 150 g whole wheat flour (organic) 50 g coconut flakes powder (organic) 100 g muesli with cereals and dried fruits (organic) 100 g brown sugar (organic) 100 g blueberries 100 g cranberries 100 g ground almonds 100 g ground cashews 5 fresh dates 3 tablespoons organic cocoa organic vanilla still water (enough to bind the dough)
