A fruit bar is a small, easy-to-carry snack that finds a place in the bag of anyone looking for a practical bite between meals. It is made by combining ingredients such as dried fruit, nuts and flours and pressing them into shape. In the fruit bars collection from WeNatur you will find bars sweetened with date puree as well as protein bars, tahini, peanut butter and cocoa hazelnut cream.
In this guide you will learn how the bars are made, which varieties the collection offers, what to look for on the label, and you will get everyday ideas and storage tips.
What is a fruit bar?
Bars of this kind are usually based on dried fruit and fruit purees. Thanks to their sticky, sweet nature, dates act as a binder that holds the ingredients together. Nuts such as hazelnuts, almonds, cashews, pistachios or peanuts are added, along with flours such as chickpea flour and cocoa, cinnamon or fruit flavours. The mixture is pressed into a rectangular shape and usually wrapped individually.
In protein bars, plant protein sources such as rice and pea protein are added to this base. Some varieties also contain added vitamins or minerals as stated on the label. In every case, a fruit bar is a food product; it does not replace a varied and balanced diet, but is an enjoyable addition to it.
Fruit bar varieties in the WeNatur collection
Date fruit bars
All classic varieties are sweetened with date puree and come in boxes of 12 x 35 g. The Pistachio Fruit Bar with Cocoa contains 15 % pistachios, chickpea flour, chicory root fibre and cocoa mass. The Cocoa and Hazelnut Fruit Bar is made with 15 % hazelnuts, cranberries, 4 % raw cocoa powder and dark chocolate. The Zühre Ana Peanut and Banana variety contains 13 % peanuts, sunflower seeds and banana pieces.
For lovers of fruity flavours, the Apple and Cinnamon Fruit Bar contains 22 % dried apple, sunflower seeds, almonds and 1 % cinnamon; its label states added vitamin D3 and magnesium. The Almond & Pineapple variety is made with 15 % dried pineapple and 10 % almonds and contains added bromelain and vitamin D3. The blueberry bar contains almonds, cashews, 2 % blueberries and currants. According to the labels, these bars contain no added sugar, artificial sweeteners or preservatives; they are vegan and gluten-free.
High-protein bars
The protein options come as 40 g bars and contain rice and pea protein. The Peanut Bar with Cocoa is made with 30 % peanuts. The Zühre Ana Forest Fruit High-Protein Bar contains 30 % red fruit made up of dried strawberries, cranberries and currants. The Strawberry Cashew High-Protein Bar is made with 10 % cashews and 10 % dried strawberries. These bars are also sweetened with date puree.
Trial packs
If you are not sure which flavour you will like, mixed packs are a good start. The Zühre Ana Fruit Bar Trial Pack 12 Pieces contains four each of the pistachio, peanut-banana and cocoa-hazelnut varieties. The Zühre Ana Functional Bars pack brings together the almond-pineapple, apple-cinnamon and blueberry varieties. The High-Protein Trial Pack offers four each of three protein varieties. For a smaller introduction, the Discovery Mixed Box 9 Pieces contains one bar each of different varieties.
Tahini, peanut butter and hazelnut cream
Besides the bars, the collection also includes spreads for breakfast and snacks. The Zühre Ana Single-Roasted Fresh Tahini is made from 100 % sesame and contains no additives. The Zühre Ana 100 % Peanut Butter without Added Sugar is made only from peanuts. The Zühre Ana Additive-Free Cocoa Hazelnut Cream contains 40 % hazelnuts, cocoa, cocoa mass and dates.
Choosing a fruit bar: what to look for on the label
- Ingredients and proportions: The share of nuts and fruit (for example 15 % pistachios or 22 % dried apple) gives an idea of the bar's taste and texture.
- Sweetening: Check the label for information on date puree, added sugar or sweeteners.
- Additions: Some varieties contain additions such as vitamin D3, magnesium, bromelain or probiotic cultures; these are clearly listed in the ingredients.
- Allergens: The bars may contain almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, pistachios, peanuts or sesame. If you have an allergy, always read the label.
- Weight and count: Classic bars weigh 35 g and protein bars 40 g; boxes usually contain 12 pieces.
- Nutrition information: You will find energy, protein and fibre values in the nutrition table on the product page.
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Everyday ideas
- At the office and at school: Individually wrapped bars are easy to keep in a desk drawer or a lunch box.
- When travelling: On long journeys, on the train or on the plane, they make a practical snack.
- In the sports bag: According to the product descriptions, some bars can also be chosen before or after exercise.
- At breakfast: Spread tahini on bread, stir peanut butter into porridge or put the cocoa hazelnut cream on the breakfast table.
- With tea and coffee: A fruit bar is an option you can choose instead of a dessert during coffee breaks.
Storage tips
Store the bars away from sunlight in a cool, dry place. In a warm environment they can soften, and the surface of varieties containing chocolate in particular can start to melt. Oil may separate on the surface of tahini, peanut butter and hazelnut cream; according to the label this is a natural process and not a sign of spoilage. Simply stir before use. If oil separates in the tahini, you can follow the label's advice: place the closed jar in lukewarm water and then stir to get an even consistency.
Frequently asked questions about the fruit bar range
Do the bars contain gluten?
According to the product descriptions, the date and protein bars in the collection are gluten-free. We still recommend checking the label of each product before buying.
Which fruit bar variety should I start with?
To try different flavours, the 12-piece trial packs or the 9-piece discovery box are the most practical choice.
What is the difference between a protein bar and a classic bar?
Protein bars contain rice and pea protein and weigh 40 g; classic bars are based mainly on chickpea flour and nuts and weigh 35 g.
When and how will my order arrive?
Orders are shipped from our warehouse in Germany with DHL or DPD; shipping within Germany is free for orders of 100 € or more. For details, see our shipping policy.
Conclusion
From classic date varieties to protein bars, from trial packs to spreads, the fruit bar selection at WeNatur offers practical options for small breaks during the day. By reading the label you can choose the right variety, and you can browse all products in the fruit bars collection. For more snacks, see the main Snacks & Sweets collection, and for nuts, the Nuts page.
Source: Wikipedia – Date palm
