Sweet & Salty Almond Bars

A healthier snack perfect for children and adults, this bar is packed with nutrients.  Both Almonds and sesame seeds are a good source of fiber, calcium, B vitamins, protein, magnesium, iron and zinc, and are considered heart healthy.

Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp Almond Butter
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup 60ml
  • 2 tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1 cup Ground Almonds 120g
  • 3/4 cup Flaked Almonds 75g
  • 1/4 cup Sesame Seeds Black or White, 35g
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 180’C.
     
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the almond butter, coconut sugar, maple syrup and coconut oil and melt over a gentle heat.
     
  3. When it is melted and smooth, add in the salt and stir.
     
  4. Remove from heat and set aside.
     
  5. Add the sesame seeds and ground & flaked almonds to a large bowl and mix well.
     
  6. Pour the sugar mixture into the bowl and mix all the ingredients together.
     
  7. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and press the mixture firmly into the tin, making sure it’s packed very tightly.
     
  8. Bake at 180’C for 15-20 minutes until golden.
     
  9. Remove from the tray and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars.
     
Recipe Notes

Recipe thanks to The Little Green Spoon