• Velvizhi.V
• MS Sneha S
• Dr P S Prathibha

Proso and foxtail millet are nutrient-dense cereals that grow sustainably in India’s grey region areas. The consumption of nutrition bars has increased recently, and in light of this, the current study aimed to formulate nutrient-dense bars based on proso and foxtail millet to boost consumption and establish the grain as a trustworthy source of energy and other mineral. The bar was developed with the millets like proso (panicum milliaceum) and foxtail millet (setaria italica) along with other ingredients like oats, dates, raisins, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and ghee. The nutrient-dense bars were prepared in two variations. Acceptability of the bars was assessed using the 5-point hedonic scale among fifty untrained panelists. The results show that sample A with equal proportion of proso and foxtail millet has better overall acceptance scores than sample B with 75% of foxtail millet and 25% proso millet, which suggests that sample A has better sensory qualities. In conclusion, this study offers a nutritious alternative to high-caloric snack items with the development of a mindful snack formulation using millet. By providing a convenient and wholesome option, it promotes healthier dietary habits and underscores the benefits of incorporating nutrient-rich ingredients into everyday food choices.

proso millet, foxtail millet, nutrient-dense bar, obesity, high-caloric snack

"Development And Organoleptic Evaluation Of Nutrient-Dense Snack Bar Using Proso And Foxtail Millet", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no.i285-i291, March-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2403835.pdf

"Development And Organoleptic Evaluation Of Nutrient-Dense Snack Bar Using Proso And Foxtail Millet", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 3, page no. ppi285-i291, March-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2403835.pdf