Seedy Chocolate No Bake Granola Bars
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
337 kcal
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Course
Snacks
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Cuisine
Fusion, Vegan, gluten-free
Seedy Chocolate No Bake Granola Bars
Description
This recipe starts with toasting old fashioned oats, pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, and chia seeds to enhance their flavors and add a slight crunch. Raw cashews and walnuts are chopped and mixed with candied ginger and a gingerbread spice blend, contributing warmth and sweetness. Semi-sweet chocolate is melted with coconut oil and then blended with peanut butter to create a smooth, binding mixture.
The toasted dry ingredients are then combined with the chocolate mixture to form the granola bars, which set without baking. This process preserves the texture of the nuts and seeds while coating everything with a layer of chocolate and peanut butter for richness and chewiness. The candied ginger adds a bright, spicy contrast.
These bars serve as a portable, no-bake snack or light treat offering a mix of textures and flavors, including nuttiness, subtle spice, and chocolate sweetness. They suit those looking for homemade granola bars with a seasonal touch.
The recipe assumes use of gluten-free oats if necessary and suggests adding protein powder if desired. Nutritional values are provided per serving.
Ingredients
- 1 cup old fashioned oats certified gluten-free if neessary
- 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds pepitas or sunflower seeds
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds or hemp seeds
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 3 tbsp cashew nuts raw
- 1/4 cup walnuts or pecans
- 3 tbsp candied ginger chopped
- 1/2 tsp gingerbread spice blend or add 1/4 tsp ground ginger and 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate vegan
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- 2 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter or seed butter
Instructions
- Toast the oats on a skillet over medium heat until fragrant and the color changes slightly. 5 to 7 mins. Stir occasionally.
- Remove the oats and set aside. Add the pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds and toast until they start to change color. 4 to 5 minutes. Add in the chia and continue to toast for a minute. Add to the bowl with the oats.
- Chop up cashews and walnuts into small pieces and mix in the bowl. Chop up candied ginger and add to the bowl. Mix in the spice and a pinch of salt. At this point you can also mix in a few tbsp of protein powder.
- In a double boiler or the same skillet over medium low heat, add chocolate and coconut oil and keep mixing until most of the chocolate is melting. Add 1 tbsp sugar if you like the bars sweeter.. Take off heat and continue to whisk until smooth. Let it sit for a minute.
- Add peanut or almond butter in the warm mixture and mix in. It will take a minute to mix in.
- Add the toasted oats, seeds, nuts, candied ginger to the skillet and ix in well.
- Transfer the mixture to parchment lined 9 by 5 inch loaf pan. Press another parchment on top and press the mixture evenly.
- Chill for 15 minutes.. Slice and store in the refrigerator for upto 2 weeks.
Notes
- Use certified gluten-free oats if gluten sensitivity is a concern.
- Add a few tablespoons of protein powder to the dry mix for extra protein if desired.
- Chop nuts finely to ensure even texture and easier biting.
- Store bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 337 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 337kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 28mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 189mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 3.9mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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