Low Fat Crunchy Sesame Bars
Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of these Low Fat Crunchy Sesame Bars, the perfect wholesome snack to satisfy your cravings! Made with nutrient-packed sesame seeds, toasted rolled oats, almonds, and a hint of unsweetened shredded coconut, these bars are bound together with a natural blend of honey and brown rice syrup, ensuring just the right touch of sweetness. With minimal prep time and a simple baking process, these chewy-yet-crunchy bars come together effortlessly in under 30 minutes. Perfectly portable and bursting with nutty flavor, they make an ideal on-the-go breakfast, post-workout snack, or midday energy boost. Plus, their low-fat profile and homemade goodness mean you can enjoy every bite guilt-free!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup brown rice syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup almonds, chopped
- 0.25 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving extra paper hanging over the edges for easy removal of the bars later.
Step 2
In a large dry skillet, toast the sesame seeds over medium heat, stirring frequently until they are golden and fragrant, about 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the toasted sesame seeds to a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
In the same skillet, lightly toast the rolled oats until they start to turn golden brown, about 5 minutes. Add them to the mixing bowl with the sesame seeds.
Step 4
Add the chopped almonds and unsweetened shredded coconut to the mixing bowl and stir until all the dry ingredients are well combined.
Step 5
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey and brown rice syrup. Stir continuously until the mixture starts to bubble. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Step 6
Pour the hot syrup mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Stir quickly but gently, making sure all the ingredients are well combined and coated with the syrup.
Step 7
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to firmly press the mixture into an even layer.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let them cool in the pan until they are firm and set, about 30 minutes.
Step 10
Once cooled, use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the mixture out of the pan. Place on a cutting board and cut into bars.
Step 11
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (471.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2144.0 |
| Total Fat 125.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 32.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 674.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 231.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 122.3g | |
| Protein 54.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 284.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1426.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories