Sesame Oat Bars
Packed with wholesome ingredients and naturally sweetened with honey, these Sesame Oat Bars are the perfect balance of crunchy and chewy goodness. Featuring a delightful blend of nutty sesame seeds, hearty rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and bursts of dried cranberries or raisins, these homemade granola bars are rich in flavor and nutrients. With just 10 minutes of prep time and 15 minutes in the oven, they’re an easy and convenient snack option for busy days or post-workout fuel. Customizable and kid-friendly, these bars can be stored for weeks, making them a versatile addition to lunchboxes, on-the-go breakfasts, or afternoon pick-me-ups. Indulge in this simple recipe for sesame granola bars that delivers big on taste and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cup sesame seeds
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or peanuts)
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 0.5 teaspoon coconut oil (optional, for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. If using, lightly grease the parchment paper with coconut oil to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, sesame seeds, chopped nuts, dried cranberries or raisins, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey and peanut butter. Stir continuously until the mixture is melted and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the honey-peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to mix thoroughly, ensuring all the dry ingredients are evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spoon or your hands (slightly dampened to prevent sticking) to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown. Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan.
Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper. Place them on a cutting board and cut into 12 equal-sized bars.
Store the sesame oat bars in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature, or up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator. You can also freeze them for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2112 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.0 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.8 g | 89% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 642 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.0 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.8 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 135.3 g | ||
| Protein | 61.2 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 208 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1580 mg | 34% | |
*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.
