Recipe for Vitamin E Sunflower Seed Bars
Why Make This Recipe
Who doesn’t love a snack bar that packs a nutritional punch? Vitamin E Sunflower Seed Bars are perfect for busy folks looking for something healthy, yet delicious. With ingredients loaded with good stuff, you can munch without guilt. Plus, these bars are super easy to make. You’ll wonder why you ever bought those overpriced, store-bought snacks!
These bars not only satisfy your cravings but are also a great source of vitamin E, healthy fats, and fiber. So, let’s get started on making your new favorite snack!
How to Make Vitamin E Sunflower Seed Bars
Making these bars is as straightforward as it gets. You’ll feel like a kitchen whiz in no time! Here’s how you can whip them up:
Prepare the seeds: Start by giving those sunflower and sesame seeds a quick toast in a skillet. This step enhances their flavor and makes them extra crispy. If you’re feeling lazy, skip this step, but I can’t promise they’ll be as tasty. 😜
Make the bar mixture: Blend the seeds with chopped dates, hemp seeds, tahini (or sunflower butter), honey, and the spices until it’s all mixed nicely. You can use a food processor to make life easier!
Complete the bars: Spread that luscious mixture into a baking dish lined with parchment paper. Press it down firmly; you want these bars sturdy, not crumbly.
Storage and eating: Refrigerate the bars until they set, then cut them into squares. You’re now ready to bite into that delicious goodness!
For the optional chocolate topping: Melt the chocolate chips with ghee, butter, or coconut oil. Drizzle it over the bars – because, why not?
Ingredients
Here’s the rundown of what you’ll need to grab from your kitchen (or the store):
- 1 cup sunflower seeds (raw)
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1 cup pitted dates (roughly chopped)
- 1/2 cup hemp seeds (optional; sub with flax meal, chopped almonds, etc.)
- 1/2 cup tahini or sunflower butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- Mini chocolate chips, dried cranberries, raisins, etc. (get creative!)
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet)
- 1 tablespoon ghee, butter, or coconut oil
How to Serve Vitamin E Sunflower Seed Bars
These bars are perfect for any occasion! Whether you need a quick breakfast on-the-go, a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, or a healthy sweet treat after dinner, they’ve got you covered. You can enjoy them plain or spruce them up with your favorite toppings like yogurt or fresh fruit. 🥰
How to Store Vitamin E Sunflower Seed Bars
Store these beauties in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They’ll last about a week, but let’s be real, they probably won’t last that long! You can also freeze them if you want to keep them around for longer. Just wrap them well, and you’ll have a snack ready to go anytime.
Tips to Make Vitamin E Sunflower Seed Bars
- Use fresh dates: They’re sweeter and easier to blend. Dried ones can be a pain and sometimes hard as rocks!
- Get creative: Add in your favorite nuts or dried fruits. How about some coconut flakes? 😍
- Don’t skimp on pressing: Press down well when you’re shaping them. A strong bar is a happy bar!
Variation
Feeling wild? You can swap out the tahini for peanut butter for a nutty twist or add a dash of vanilla extract for a little extra flavor. The options are endless! 🍯
FAQs
1. Can I make these bars nut-free?
Absolutely! Just stick with sunflower butter and omit any nuts. They’ll still be delish!
2. How can I make these vegan?
Simple! Replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Easy peasy!
3. What if I don’t have hemp seeds?
No worries! Just substitute them with other seeds, flax meal, or even oats. It’ll still turn out great!
Now you’re all set to create these tasty Vitamin E Sunflower Seed Bars! Who knew being healthy could be this easy—and fun? Happy snacking! 🍫🥳
Vitamin E Sunflower Seed Bars
Ingredients
Method
- Toast sunflower and sesame seeds in a skillet for enhanced flavor and crispiness.
- In a food processor, blend the toasted seeds with chopped dates, hemp seeds, tahini (or sunflower butter), honey, and spices until well mixed.
- Spread the mixture into a baking dish lined with parchment paper, pressing down firmly.
- Refrigerate until set, then cut into squares.
- For an optional chocolate topping, melt chocolate chips with ghee, butter, or coconut oil and drizzle over the bars.
