Homemade Fruit Bars Recipe | Whole Grain Fruit-Filled Bars (2024)

FAQs

What are the ingredients in whole fruit bars? ›

WATER, SUGAR, STRAWBERRIES (STRAWBERRIES, SUGAR), NATURAL FLAVOR, BEET JUICE CONCENTRATE (COLOR), CITRIC ACID, GUAR GUM, TURMERIC (COLOR).

Fruit and nut bars or balls

The fruit is pureed so it can be formed into a bar, which means the fruit sugars they contain will count as free sugars, even if there is no added sugar. Free sugars are the kind we should all be cutting down on.

MANUFACTURING PROCESS:

First of all, you will need to thoroughly wash the fresh and ripe fruits. And then extract the pulp from the fruits. Then mix the pulp with the required quantity of sugar. This blend is then dehydrated in tray dryer and drying time is around 18-20.

That's it. Fruit Bars are 100% natural, plant-based, gluten-free, non-GMO, and allergen-free, with no added sugars. They do not require refrigeration, and are shelf-stable for two years.

These convenient food items provide nutritional benefits and are designed to be long-lasting. Typically, breakfast bars maintain their freshness and are safe for consumption for 6 to 12 months if they are stored in their original packaging.

The specification for fruit bar are moisture less than 20.0%, total soluble solids less than 75.0 %, fruit content not less than 25.0 % and yeast & mould count positive in not more than 100 count/gm as per 'Food Safety and Standard Authority of India' (FSSAI, 2010).

Fruit Syrups, Shrubs, and Liqueurs

Fruit liqueurs use alcohol, fruit, and sugar. Both are delicious when added to soda water, or can be used in co*cktail ingredients. All these will extend the life of the produce from a week or two up to many months, depending on the amount of sugar and alcohol used.

Nutri-Grain Bars cons:

Added sugars: While Nutri-Grain bars do contain some natural sugars from the fruit filling, they also have added sugars listed as one of the top ingredients. The example we looked at has 11 grams of sugar added per serving, which is almost half of what's recommended daily for women.

Fruits that should not be refrigerated include bananas, apples, melons, and berries. Keep in mind that many fruits will ripen more quickly when left at room temperature but will stay fresh longer if refrigerated once ripe.

Dried fruit can boost your fiber and nutrient intake and supply your body with large amounts of antioxidants. However, they are also high in sugar and calories, and can cause problems when eaten in excess. For this reason, dried fruit should only be eaten in small amounts, preferably along with other nutritious foods.

What are considered whole fruits? ›

Whole fruits (e.g., fresh, frozen, canned or dried) are recognized for their fiber content, very low to moderate energy density, and as being important sources of healthy nutrients (e.g., potassium and vitamin C) and phytochemicals (e.g., polyphenols and carotenoids), which work synergistically to support a wide range ...

cranberries, raisins, goji berries, mango, strawberries, dates, and peanuts.

So, to answer your question, “Are outshine fruit and veggie bars healthy?” I would say yes, they definitely fall on the healthy side when it comes to frozen treats. Maybe not quite as healthy as an actual handful of spinach and blueberries; or carrots and tangerines, but they make an excellent frozen treat!

100% fruit bar by SUNRYPE contains 120 calories per 37 g serving. This serving contains 0 g of fat, 0 g of protein and 32 g of carbohydrate. The latter is 29 g sugar and 2 g of dietary fiber, the rest is complex carbohydrate.