Chewy oat bars with honey, seeds, and dried fruit—ideal nut-free treat for busy days and outdoor adventures.
# What you need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
03 - 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
04 - 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
05 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins, chopped
06 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Wet Ingredients
09 - 1/2 cup honey
10 - 1/4 cup sunflower seed butter or tahini
11 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# How to make it:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for simple removal.
02 - In a large bowl, blend oats, coconut, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, dried fruit, chocolate chips if desired, salt, and cinnamon until evenly mixed.
03 - Gently heat honey, sunflower seed butter or tahini, coconut oil, and vanilla in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.
04 - Pour the warm wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Fold with a spatula until all components are thoroughly coated.
05 - Transfer mixture to the prepared pan, spread evenly, and press down firmly with a spoon or measuring cup to pack tightly.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until bars are golden brown around the edges.
07 - Let bars cool completely on a wire rack. Lift out using parchment overhang and slice into 12 bars.
08 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for extended freshness.
