Pemmican

Pemmican is a traditional Native American preserved food made from dried meat (usually buffalo, deer, or elk) that's pounded into powder, then mixed with rendered fat and sometimes dried berries. This nutrient-dense mixture was historically essential for long journeys, providing concentrated protein and calories in a shelf-stable form.

While not commonly used in modern home baking, adventurous cooks might incorporate pemmican concepts into energy bars or trail mix recipes. The technique of combining dried proteins with fats and dried fruits translates well to making homemade protein bars or survival foods. Some outdoor enthusiasts still make traditional pemmican for camping trips. 

Home bakers interested in historical cooking or creating high-protein snacks can adapt the basic principle using modern ingredients like beef jerky powder, coconut oil, and dried fruit.