Homemade muesli bars

Homemade muesli bars are chewy, no-bake or baked snack bars made from a base of rolled oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit, bound together with a sweetener like honey or maple syrup. They are a popular, customizable treat originating from the Swiss muesli concept, now a staple in health-conscious kitchens worldwide.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These bars are typically high in complex carbohydrates and healthy fats, providing a good source of dietary fiber, plant-based protein, and essential minerals like iron and magnesium. A standard bar generally ranges from 150 to 250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	6 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	9 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	45 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Magnesium	50 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg
Manganese	1.2 mg
Copper	0.3 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Vitamin E	1.5 mg

Per 1 bar (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, they represent the DIY movement in nutrition, allowing complete control over sugar and preservative content compared to store-bought versions. Nutritionally, they are unique as a whole-food energy source, combining slow-release carbs with satiating fats and fiber.