Low Fat Crunchy Sesame Bars
Indulge in the guilt-free goodness of Low Fat Crunchy Sesame Bars—a delightfully nutritious snack that’s perfect for on-the-go munching or afternoon pick-me-ups. Packed with toasted sesame seeds, hearty rolled oats, and crunchy chopped almonds, these bars are naturally sweetened with honey and brown rice syrup, creating a delicate balance of sweet and nutty flavors. A hint of vanilla and coconut adds a subtle depth, while a quick bake transforms this wholesome mixture into golden, irresistibly crispy bars. Ready in just 30 minutes, they boast a short prep time and minimal fuss, making them an ideal recipe for healthy homemade snacking. Gluten-free and loaded with nutrient-rich ingredients, these bars are an excellent choice for anyone seeking a low-fat treat without compromising on taste or texture.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
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.
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.
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.
Add the chopped almonds and unsweetened shredded coconut to the mixing bowl and stir until all the dry ingredients are well combined.
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.
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.
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.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let them cool in the pan until they are firm and set, about 30 minutes.
Once cooled, use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the mixture out of the pan. Place on a cutting board and cut into bars.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2144 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.4 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.6 g | 133% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 32.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 674 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 231.7 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.2 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.3 g | ||
| Protein | 54.2 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 284 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1426 mg | 30% | |
*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.
