Low-fat candy bars

40 min
Medio
9 ingredients

Low-fat candy bars

Low-fat sweet bars are a delicious and healthy snack that has gained popularity in several Latin American countries. Their origin dates back to the search for nutritious options that provide energy without excess saturated fats. In some countries, this type of bar is known as an "energy bar" or "healthy cereal bar," adapting ingredients according to the region. For example, in Mexico, ingredients like sweet potato are used, taking advantage of their natural sweetness, while in countries of the Southern Cone, local nuts like pecans are sometimes incorporated to add texture and flavor.

These bars are appreciated by athletes and people looking for a nutritious snack for daily life, as they combine complex carbohydrates, protein, and just the right touch of sweetness. Furthermore, by using ingredients like egg whites instead of fats, a firm and pleasant texture is achieved without increasing the lipid content. Thus, these bars represent a practical and tasty option for taking care of one's diet.

How to Prepare Low-Fat Sweet Bars

Combine the unbleached flour, oat bran, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt, if desired, and mix well.

Add the sweet potato, egg whites, and vanilla extract, and mix well.

Incorporate the pecans if desired.

Grease an 8-inch square pan with non-stick spray.

Distribute the mixture evenly in the pan and bake at 325°F for about 25 minutes or until the edges are firm and the center is almost set.

Let cool to room temperature, cut into squares, and serve.

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Ingredients (9)

  • Unbleached Flour
  • Oat Bran
  • Cocoa Powder
  • Sugar
  • Salt
  • Sweet Potato
  • Egg Whites
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Pecans

Instructions (17 steps)

  1. 1 Combine the flour
  2. 2 oat bran
  3. 3 cocoa
  4. 4 sugar
  5. 5 and salt
  6. 6 if desired
  7. 7 and mix well
  8. 8 Add the sweet potato
  9. 9 egg whites
  10. 10 and vanilla extract
  11. 11 and mix well
  12. 12 Incorporate the walnuts if desired
  13. 13 Grease an 8-inch square pan with non-stick spray
  14. 14 Spread the mixture evenly into the pan and bake at 325°F for approximately 25 minutes or until the edges are firm and the center is almost set
  15. 15 Let cool to room temperature
  16. 16 cut into squares
  17. 17 and serve