Oat & Nuts Bars With Rosewater & Tahini | Chewy, Gluten Free
These healthy homemade tahini granola bars are soft and chewy crunchy, with warm spices and a gentle caramel taste from the combination of honey and tahini.They are naturally gluten free and refined sugar free, making them perfect as a snack, a grab and go breakfast, or for meal prep.
Ingredients
- ½ cup almonds about 70 g
- ½ cup peanuts unroasted (about 70 g)
- ½ cup dried apricot sliced small (about 60 g)
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats 130 g
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds 30 g
- ¼ cup black sesame seeds 35 g
- 1 ½ tablespoons coconut oil 21 g
- ½ cup honey 170 g
- ¼ cup unsweetened tahini 60 g
- 2 tablespoons rosewater
Spices
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ⅓ teaspoon cardamom
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Prepare the pan and ovenLine a small square baking dish (about 20 x 20 cm) or similar glass dish with baking paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides so you can lift the bars out later.Preheat the oven to 160°C fan or 180°C conventional.
- Chop the nutsAdd the almonds and peanuts to a food processor or mixer. Pulse for about 10 seconds until they are roughly chopped, not ground.(You can also chop them by hand with a sharp knife.)
- Toast the oats and nutsTransfer the chopped almonds, chopped peanuts and oats to a baking pan lined with baking paper.Spread them out in an even layer and roast for about 7 minutes, or until lightly golden and fragrant. Set aside.
- Make the syrupAdd the honey, tahini, coconut oil, rosewater, cinnamon, cardamom and salt to a medium saucepan.Place over medium heat and bring just to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for 2 minutes, stirring often, until smooth and slightly thickened.o If you want a crunchier bar, let the mixture simmer for 1–2 minutes longer.
- Combine everythingIn a large mixing bowl, add the toasted oats and nuts, chopped dried apricot, pumpkin seeds and black sesame seeds.Pour the hot honey–tahini mixture over the top and stir very well until all the ingredients are evenly coated and sticky.
- Press into the panTransfer the mixture to the lined baking dish.Use a spatula, the back of a measuring spoon, or place a sheet of baking paper on top and press firmly with your fingers or the palm of your hand to pack the mixture down.
- Chill and slicePlace the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until the top feels firm when you tap it.Lift the slab out using the baking paper and place on a cutting board.Use a sharp knife to cut into 16 bars or your desired bar size.
- ServeEnjoy as is, or drizzle melted chocolate over the top before slicing if you like.
Notes
Nutrition Facts per Serving:
Nutrition per serving: 1 of 16 servings, Calories: 178 kcal, Protein: 5 g, Carbohydrate: 19 g, Net Carb: 14 g, Sugars: 9 g, Fat: 10 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Fiber: 5 g, Sodium: 6.5 mg
Nutrition Facts Notes:
✔️ Natural sugars: Sweetened only with honey and dried apricot, with no refined sugar or artificial sweeteners.
✔️ High in fibre: Rolled oats, dried apricot, nuts, seeds and black sesame contribute fibre that supports digestion and helps keep you feeling satisfied.
✔️ Healthy fats: Tahini, almonds, peanuts, pumpkin seeds and black sesame provide mostly unsaturated fats that support heart health and sustained energy.
✔️ Whole food ingredients: Made with simple pantry staples like oats, nuts, seeds, honey and tahini, with no preservatives or highly processed ingredients.
✔️ Naturally gluten free: When made with certified gluten free oats, these granola bars are suitable for a gluten free diet.
✔️ Plant-based friendly: This recipe is naturally dairy free and suitable for plant focused eating.
✔️ Low sodium: Naturally low in salt, making these bars a good option for those mindful of sodium intake.
✔️ Balanced energy snack: The combination of complex carbohydrates, fibre, healthy fats and natural sugars makes these bars ideal for snacks, breakfast on the go or meal prep.
These values are approximate and actual values may vary based on the specific brands or type of ingredients used.
