The development of oyster mushroom-based energy bars

The product’s competitive edge lies in its sustainable formulation using agro-waste-grown mushrooms, delivering superior nutrition with high protein and beta-glucans, and offering a clean-label alternative to synthetic energy bars. It is Halal-certified for the Malaysian market, allergen-free, and more cost-effective compared to imported superfood bars. Addressing a proven market gap, it stands out as the first locally produced mushroom-based energy bar, catering to the 65% consumer demand for functional and eco-friendly snacks.
The white oyster mushroom energy bar addresses multiple pressing issues across nutrition, sustainability, food security, and consumer health trends. The main reason was to support small-scale farmers – Oyster mushrooms can be grown locally with low-tech setups, empowering rural economies.
By combining food science, sustainable agri-tech, and smart processing, the white oyster mushroom energy bar can effectively solve nutritional gaps, environmental concerns, and market barriers. The key is a stepwise approach—lab validation → pilot testing → scalable production—while leveraging consumer insights and green technologies.
A plant-based energy bar made with white oyster mushrooms, offering high protein, fiber, and essential vitamins in a healthy, eco-friendly snack. It supports local farmers through low-tech mushroom farming and uses sustainable processing to address nutrition, food security, and environmental concerns. Clean-label, affordable, and designed for growing demand in functional, green snacks.