These super seed energy snack bars with tahini are crunchy, chewy, energizing and deliciously seedy. Packed full of nutrients, they're super easy to make and perfect for a healthy snack with a cup of tea or on-the-go!
1 8x8 square baking dish lined with parchment paper
Ingredients
⅓cuptahini
⅓cuppure maple syrup or honey
1teaspoonvanilla extract
1cupunsweetened shredded coconut
½cupraw sunflower seeds
¼cupraw pumpkin seed
¼sesame seeds
¼cuphemp seeds
¼cupchia seeds
½teaspoonground cinnamon
¼teaspoonfine sea salt
⅛ - ¼teaspooncayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8" square pan with unbleached parchment paper and set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the tahini and honey. Stir and warm until just beginning to bubble. Remove from heat and add vanilla. This can also be done over a double boiler to protect the nutrients in the honey.
In a large bowl, add coconut, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, hemp seeds, chia seeds, cinnamon, salt and cayenne. Mix well. Add the tahini mixture and stir until evenly combined.
Pour into prepared pan and press firmly until well packed.
Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden. Cool completely in pan on cooling rack. Remove from pan by lifting out parchment paper. Slice into 25 squares.
Notes
For optimal freshness I recommend storing these bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Or, freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months.