Description
Crunchy, no-bake Kurmura (puffed rice) energy bars made with jaggery, nuts, and seeds for a wholesome, naturally sweet snack.
Ingredients
- 4 cups kurmura (puffed rice)
- 3/4 cup jaggery, grated or powdered
- 2 tbsp ghee
- 1/4 cup peanuts, roasted and crushed
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds
- 1/4 tsp cardamom powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Grease a square pan or tray lightly with ghee and set aside.
- Dry roast kurmura in a large pan on low heat for 2–3 minutes until crisp; transfer to a large bowl.
- In the same pan, heat ghee and add jaggery; cook on low heat until melted and slightly bubbling.
- Add cardamom powder and a pinch of salt; mix well.
- Quickly add roasted peanuts, seeds, and kurmura to the jaggery mixture.
- Stir rapidly until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and press down firmly with a greased spatula.
- While still warm, cut into bar shapes.
- Allow to cool completely before removing and serving.
Notes
- Work quickly once jaggery melts as it sets fast.
- You can add grated coconut or chopped dates for extra flavor.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Indian