Sorghum Bran Energy Bars

Sorghum Bran Energy Bars are a nutritious, portable snack made primarily from sorghum bran, often combined with natural binders like dates or honey, and sometimes nuts or seeds. This recipe draws inspiration from traditional sorghum-based foods common in parts of Africa and Asia, adapted into a convenient modern bar format.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These bars are typically high in complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, providing sustained energy, with a moderate amount of plant-based protein and low fat. A standard bar might offer around 150-200 calories, along with key nutrients like iron, magnesium, and B vitamins from the sorghum bran.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	38 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	8 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	150 mg
Iron	4 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Phosphorus	120 mg
Potassium	200 mg
Zinc	2 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.3 mg
Niacin (B3)	2 mg
Copper	0.3 mg

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

💡 What's interesting

Sorghum is a resilient, drought-tolerant grain with deep cultural roots in many African and Asian cuisines, making these bars a nutritious way to incorporate an ancient, sustainable crop into a modern diet. The use of the bran specifically highlights a zero-waste approach, utilizing a fiber-rich byproduct often discarded in milling.