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These Dubai Chocolate Energy Balls or Bars are the perfect pre-ride snack for cyclists, runners, and active individuals. Packed with oats, dates, pistachios, and cocoa, they provide sustained energy, plant-based protein, and healthy fats to fuel workouts and long rides. Naturally sweetened, easy to make, and portable, these energy bites are a real-food alternative to traditional energy bars for athletes and anyone looking for a wholesome, chocolatey snack.

Autumn rides are in full swing, and there’s nothing better than a cozy, portable snack to fuel your miles. These Apple Ride Pies are packed with homemade apple butter, a touch of sweetness, and the perfect hint of fall spice — all tucked into a soft, golden pocket that’s easy to grab before or during a ride.

These Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Slices are a no-bake, real-food treat designed to fuel your day. Made with dates, nut butters, oats, nuts, seeds, and chocolate, they’re chewy, chocolatey, and satisfying.

As the cycling season shifts into fall, these cookie bars bring all the warmth and comfort you crave on a crisp ride. Made with molasses, applesauce, and a touch of butter, they’re soft, chewy, and lightly spiced with ginger and cinnamon. Sweet chocolate chips and bits of crystallized ginger add just the right kick, making every bite cozy yet energizing.

Sweet, tangy, and electrolyte-boosted—this homemade fruit leather roll up combines ripe strawberries, honey (or maple syrup), zesty lemon, and Skratch Strawberry Lemonade Hydration Mix for a refreshing, portable snack.

Perfectly packable, this snack fits easily into a jersey pocket or top tube bag, helping you stay energized and balanced mile after mile.

Soft, chewy, and naturally sweet, these Figgin’ Awesome Energy Bars are packed with wholesome ingredients to power your rides and active days.

With a slightly rich fig filling kissed with fresh orange zest and a hearty oat crust, they strike the perfect balance between energy-boosting carbs and satisfying flavor.

Each bar delivers ~33g of carbohydrates, a cyclist's best friend when it comes to fueling long rides or topping up energy between sessions.

Whether you're spinning through the neighborhood, tackling a weekend group ride, or chasing your own fitness goals, how you fuel can make a big difference in how you feel on and off the bike. 

This guide breaks down some of the best research-backed tips and general fueling strategies to help you get the most out of your rides.

You’ll learn how to time your nutrition based on the intensity and duration of your workout, what to eat before, during, and after a ride, and get cyclist-approved snack ideas and recipes to try.

Making your own homemade gels and squeezes is easy and affordable. These 15 DIY energy gels, squeezes, and smoothies are a good fit for endurance races and long-haul adventures when you need something easy to eat while on the bike

These soft, spiced Morning Glory Muffin Cups are basically Spring in a snack. Think carrot cake meets oatmeal cookie—with a zesty citrus twist and a whole lot of cyclist-friendly goodness.

They’re lightly sweet, warmly spiced, and packed with chewy, crunchy, juicy textures that make every bite a little adventure.

These little bites are made to keep you pedaling strong through the season of sun, flowers, and fresh starts. 🌼🚴‍♀️

These Tortilla Toaster Toasties are a quick, customizable, and energy-packed snack for endurance cyclists.

With a crispy outer shell and a warm, flavorful filling, they’re perfect for fueling long rides without weighing you down.

Simply fold your favorite fillings into a tortilla, toast it until golden, and enjoy a compact, easy-to-carry energy boost.

This list of 25 essential pantry ingredients is designed to help you stock your kitchen pantry with key ingredients for making baked or no-bake energy bars, oat-based bites, rice cakes, and portable ride snacks. Each ingredient plays an essential role in providing carbohydrates for fuel, binding bars together, adding texture, or boosting flavor and nutrients.

These Salted Date Caramels are a naturally sweet, chewy treat packed with quick-digesting energy and a touch of salt to replenish electrolytes lost during rides.

The combination of Medjool dates, tahini, and honey creates a balanced blend of carbohydrates, healthy fats, and natural sugars, making these caramels an ideal pre-ride snack or mid-ride fuel.

Simple to make, easy to store, and perfect for on-the-go fueling - go make them!

A spiced-up twist on the original Happy Biker Bars, these Happy Ginger Coconut Cashew Bars bring together the warming zing of ginger, the nutty richness of cashew butter, and the tropical sweetness of shredded coconut.

With a chewy, golden-brown texture, these bars are designed for easy packing—perfect for fueling your next adventure, whether on the bike or on the go!

Filled with sweet potato, Medjool dates, almonds, and ground espresso, these tiny little cakes pack a punch!

Whether you're looking for a nutrient-dense snack to fuel your cycling adventures or a midday snack, these Chocolate Sweet Potato Kick Cakes deliver on all fronts.

Fueling your morning ride with the proper nutrition is crucial for optimizing performance and endurance. In this post, you’ll find ten delicious and nutritious pre-ride breakfasts that provide the perfect balance of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats. These breakfasts are designed to sustain your energy levels and help you hit the trail or road feeling your best.

Are you tired of cardboard-tasting, pre-packaged bars? Dreading the thought of eating another waffle? Fed up with sugary gels and chews that taste artificial and lead to gastrointestinal distress?

If you’re looking for more natural and real food options to fuel your efforts that are easier on your gut and your wallet, you’re in the right place. Keep reading for 5 of my favorite real-food recipes for fueling during endurance cycling efforts.

Introducing The Happy Biker Bar.

A versatile, wholesome bar packed with cashews, cashew butter, oats, natural sweeteners, and a choice of mix-ins. A sweet, yet subtly savory bite baked for pure happiness.

Enjoy as a mid-morning snack, portable ride snack, or evening dessert.

Eat Good. Be Happy :)

As cyclists, we're constantly seeking ways to optimize our performance and overall well-being. One often overlooked aspect is the quality of fuel we put into our bodies. While pre-packaged energy bars and sports drinks may seem convenient, there's a compelling case for choosing real, homemade foods to power your rides. Let's explore why making your own cycling fuel can be a game-changer for your performance, health, and enjoyment on the bike.

In celebration of the launch of the Bakin’ Biker ’25 Cookbook, I’d like to share one of my favorite recipes from the new edition: Date and Pecan Coffee Bread. This delightful quick bread is perfect for early mornings, snacks between meals, a portable snack for your rides, or even as a comforting nighttime dessert. 

With its sweet juicy Medjool dates, freshly brewed coffee, and crunchy pecans, this bread brings warmth and joy to any moment. 

Go make this recipe, NOW!