Gluten-Free Aussie Bites

Packed with natural sweetness and wholesome ingredients, these Gluten-Free Aussie Bites are the perfect bite-sized snack for busy days or leisurely afternoons. Featuring a delicious medley of gluten-free rolled oats, dried apricots, figs, chia seeds, and quinoa flakes, these mini treats deliver a nutrient-rich boost in every mouthful. Bound together with golden honey and melted coconut oil, they're baked to perfection for a slightly chewy, satisfying texture. This recipe is not only gluten-free but also easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of baking time. Whether enjoyed as a quick breakfast on the go or an afternoon pick-me-up, these Aussie bites make a delightful and healthy homemade alternative to store-bought granola bars. Perfectly portable and irresistibly flavorful, they’re a must-try for gluten-free snack lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Gluten-free rolled oats
• 0.5 cup Dried apricots
• 0.5 cup Dried figs
• 0.5 cup Shredded coconut
• 0.25 cup Sunflower seeds
• 0.25 cup Chia seeds
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Melted coconut oil
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.25 cup Quinoa flakes
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it with coconut oil.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the dried apricots and figs. Pulse until finely chopped and sticky.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the chopped apricots and figs with the rolled oats, shredded coconut, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, and quinoa flakes.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, melted coconut oil, and brown sugar until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 6

Add the honey mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well to combine.

Step 7

Add the gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt to the mixture and stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 8

Spoon the mixture into the prepared muffin tins, filling each about 3/4 full. Press down gently to compact the mixture.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from oven and let cool completely in the muffin tin on a wire rack before serving.

Step 11

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	612.9 grams (612.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2646

Total Fat 126.50g	162%
Saturated Fat 75.70g	379%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 954mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 366.50g	133%
Dietary Fiber 46.90g	168%
Total Sugars 171.20g
Protein 39.70g	79%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 483mg	37%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 1994mg	42%

*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: 41.2%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 53.1%