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Homemade Bike Energy Bar

If you've ever been halfway through a long bike ride when hunger strikes and energy wanes, you'll understand why these homemade bike energy bars are about to become your new best friend. Made with whole wheat flour, wheat germ, and rolled oats for slow-burning carbs along with a mix of egg whites, dried fruit, and nuts, these bars deliver both quick and sustained energy. They even freeze beautifully, making them a convenient, make‐ahead snack for every ride.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted or 1/4 cup oil
  • 8 large egg whites, beaten
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/4 cup wheat germ
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
  • 3/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups chopped dried fruit
  • 2 1/2 cups chopped nuts
  • 3/4 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup sesame seeds

Equipment

  • 9x13 baking pan
  • Large bowl
  • Separate bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and thoroughly grease a 9x13 baking pan to prevent sticking.
  2. In a large bowl, beat together the 8 large egg whites and 1/4 cup of melted butter (or oil).
  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 mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in the chopped dried fruit, chopped nuts, chocolate chips, and sesame seeds until evenly distributed.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan, pressing it down gently with a spatula or your fingertips.
  7. Bake for about 30 minutes. The bars should be set but might still feel a little soft when they come out of the oven.
  8. Allow the pan to cool completely before cutting into 24 pieces.
  9. For maximum freshness and convenience, wrap each bar individually in foil and store them in the freezer until you're ready to enjoy.

Notes

These energy bars are perfect for fueling long rides, providing a balanced mix of slow-burning carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats. You can easily customize the recipe by swapping out different nuts or dried fruits or adjusting the sweetness to your preference. For a dairy-free version, replace butter with oil. Make a batch ahead and freeze for a quick, on-the-go snack when hunger strikes.