healthy snack made from organic ingredients
For those who love healthy snacks, this vegan, gluten-free energy bar is the perfect choice. It is made from natural, organic ingredients with no added sugar. Puffed amaranth provides a crunchy texture and high protein content, while also being a source of fiber and magnesium, it can contribute to a balanced diet. Known as a superfood, goji berries are rich in antioxidants, so they can support eye health and the proper functioning of the immune system.
Energy bar with amaranth and goji berries
Vegan | Gluten-free | No added sugar
Ingredients (makes 8-10 slices)
- 1 cup organic puffed amaranth
- 1/3 cup dried organic goji berries, chopped
- 1/2 cup small-grain rolled oats (gluten-free)
- 1/4 cup almonds (coarsely chopped)
- 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)
- 1/4 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/4 cup agave, maple, or date syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of salt
- optional 1 tablespoon chia or flax seeds for extra for fiber intake
Preparation in brief
Mix the dry ingredients (popped amaranth, goji berries, oatmeal, almonds, coconut flakes, cinnamon, salt) in a large bowl. In a small saucepan, heat the peanut butter with the syrup, then pour into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. Smooth the mixture into a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, then refrigerate for at least an hour. Finally, slice and enjoy the taste of a fresh, homemade, healthy snack.
