Author Notes: These amazingly easy seed bars are made entirely out of seeds, so if you have a nut allergy these might be for you. They are also gluten-free. Seeds have all sorts of good properties, which make them a healthy option. —bonheurcuisine
Makes: 8
Ingredients
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1
cup sunflower seeds
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1/3
cup flax seeds
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1/3
cup organic sesame seeds
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1/3
cup black sesame seeds
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3
tablespoons chia seeds
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1/2
cup organic honey, warmed
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4
ounces salted butter, melted (or unsalted butter and a pinch of fine salt)
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1/2
teaspoon vanilla extract
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pinch of ground cinnamon (optional)
Directions
- Grease and line an 8″ inch square baking tray
- In a bowl combine the seeds, ground cinnamon and pinch of salt, if using unsalted butter. Add the vanilla extract to the melted butter and pour over the seeds. Stir to combine
- Add the warm honey and mix with the aid of a wooden spoon
- Preheat the oven to 160 C / 320 F. Pour the seed batter into the prepared tin and bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until the surface is golden brown
- Allow to cool for ten minutes and mark the bars with the help of a sharp knife. Allow to cool completely for several hours
- To serve wrap each bar with a strip of parchment paper. You can keep them in an airtight container for upto a week
Photo by bonheurcuisine