Low Sodium Crunchy Sesame Bars
Indulge in the nutty crunch of these Low Sodium Crunchy Sesame Bars, a wholesome snack packed with roasted sesame seeds, puffed rice cereal, and natural sweeteners like honey and maple syrup. Perfect for health-conscious eaters, these bars are crafted with unsweetened almond butter and salt-free sunflower oil to keep sodium levels in check, while a hint of ground cinnamon and vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic touch. With just 15 minutes of prep and no baking required beyond toasting, this quick and easy recipe creates 16 satisfying bars ideal for snacking on-the-go or adding to lunchboxes. Whether you're craving a nutritious treat or seeking a guilt-free energy boost, these homemade bars deliver crunch and flavor in each bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups sesame seeds
- 1 cup puffed rice cereal
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 0.25 cup unsweetened almond butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon salt-free sunflower oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some extra parchment to hang over the edges for easy removal later.
Spread the sesame seeds evenly on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for about 5-6 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted sesame seeds and puffed rice cereal. Stir well to ensure an even mix.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, maple syrup, almond butter, and sunflower oil. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.
Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients in the mixing bowl. Use a spatula to mix until all the ingredients are well combined and the dry ingredients are fully coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spoon or a spatula to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour until it is firm and set.
Using the overhanging parchment, lift the set mixture out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and slice it into 16 bars.
Store the sesame bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2373 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 165.7 g | 212% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.4 g | 107% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 49.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 105 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.6 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.8 g | ||
| Protein | 54.0 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*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.
