Sun Bars

Brighten your snack game with these wholesome and chewy Sun Bars—an irresistible combination of nutrient-packed ingredients and natural sweetness. Perfectly balanced with hearty rolled oats, almond flour, and a luscious blend of honey and peanut butter, these bars are brimming with the vibrant flavors of dried apricots and cranberries, accented by a touch of cinnamon and vanilla. Sunflower seeds and chopped almonds add a satisfying crunch, while coconut oil ensures a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Quick to prepare with just 15 minutes of baking time, Sun Bars make an excellent grab-and-go breakfast, midday energy boost, or wholesome treat for all ages. They're naturally gluten-free and can be stored for up to two weeks, making them a convenient and healthy option for your busy lifestyle. Bake a batch today and savor the sun-kissed combination of flavors in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Chopped dried apricots
• 0.5 cup Chopped dried cranberries
• 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup Chopped almonds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, cinnamon, salt, chopped dried apricots, chopped dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, and chopped almonds. Stir well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, peanut butter, and coconut oil. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Using a spatula, carefully fold the mixture until all the ingredients are well-coated and combined.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or your hands (lightly greased or dampened with water) to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.

Step 6

Bake for 13-15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan for about 30 minutes.

Step 7

Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into 12 equal bars.

Step 8

Store the Sun Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(262.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1303.3

Total Fat 89.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 101.7g
Protein 21.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.4mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 77.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.7%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 35.2%