Sunflower Seed Bars

Sunflower Seed Bars are a crunchy, nutty snack that brings a delightful combination of flavors and textures. These bars are packed with nutrients, making them a perfect on-the-go treat for those following a Paleo diet.

Ingredients

• Sunflower seeds - 100 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut oil - 2 tablespoons
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Sea salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Dried cranberries - 30 grams

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a small baking dish (about 8x8 inches) with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine sunflower seeds, almond flour, sea salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a small saucepan, melt the coconut oil and honey together over low heat, stirring until well combined.
4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Pour the melted mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until everything is evenly coated.
6. Fold in the dried cranberries until distributed throughout the mixture.
7. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down firmly and evenly.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
9. Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before lifting them out and cutting them into squares.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 18 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from sunflower seeds and coconut oil.
• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.

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