Real-Food Recipes for Cyclists

Find delicious, easy-to-prepare, real food recipes to help your performance on and off the bike. Each recipe includes ingredient lists, simple instructions, and baker’s tips and tricks to make baking in the kitchen a joy. New recipes are added every other week. Subscribe to the Bakin’ Biker’s Sampler Club get new recipes + nutrition resources.

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Morning Glory Muffin Cups

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. 🌼🚴‍♀️

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Tortilla Toaster Toasties

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.

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4-Ingredient Salted Date Caramel Energy Chews

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!

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Happy Ginger Coconut Cashew Bars

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!

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Tart Cherry and Banana Post-Ride Smoothie

This delicious post-ride smoothie recipe is made with tart cherries, bananas, and almond flavorings. Tart cherries provide potassium and anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties to help with recovery and sleep. Bananas provide an extra boost of carbs while yogurt and almond butter provide protein - all to help refuel depleted muscles.

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