Heart-Healthy Sesame Seed Bar

Elevate your snack game with these Heart-Healthy Sesame Seed Bars, a wholesome, nutrient-packed treat perfect for any time of the day. Bursting with the nutty goodness of sesame seeds, rolled oats, and a trio of pumpkin, sunflower, and chia seeds, this recipe is a powerhouse of healthy fats, fiber, and protein. Sweetened naturally with honey and held together with creamy almond butter, these bars are lightly spiced with cinnamon and accented by a touch of vanilla for a warm, aromatic flavor. Quick to prep and baked to golden perfection, they’re a satisfying blend of crunchy and chewy textures. Perfect for meal prep, these homemade sesame seed bars can be stored in the fridge for up to two weeks, making them an ideal grab-and-go snack for busy mornings or a guilt-free energy boost during the day.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 100 grams Sesame seeds
• 100 grams Rolled oats
• 100 grams Almond butter
• 100 grams Honey
• 50 grams Pumpkin seeds
• 50 grams Sunflower seeds
• 25 grams Ground chia seeds
• 25 grams Ground flaxseed
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and line a 20cm x 20cm (8x8 inch) baking dish with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine sesame seeds, rolled oats, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, ground chia seeds, ground flaxseed, cinnamon, and sea salt. Stir well to ensure the ingredients are evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, add almond butter and honey. Stir gently until the mixture is smooth and warm, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the almond butter and honey mixture over the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to fold the mixture until all the dry ingredients are coated and sticky. Ensure there are no dry spots.

Step 5

Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use the back of a spoon or spatula to press it firmly and evenly into the dish.

Step 6

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the dish for at least 1 hour to allow it to set. For best results, refrigerate for an additional hour.

Step 8

Once set, remove the bar from the baking dish using the parchment paper and transfer it to a cutting board.

Step 9

Using a sharp knife, cut the mixture into 12 equal-sized bars.

Step 10

Store the sesame seed bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	559.3 grams (559.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2833

Total Fat 189.40g	243%
Saturated Fat 23.80g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 51.90g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1239mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 219.10g	80%
Dietary Fiber 57.50g	205%
Total Sugars 91.20g
Protein 93.40g	187%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 697mg	54%
Iron 24mg	134%
Potassium 2706mg	58%

*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: 57.7%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 29.7%