Seedy Quinoa Bars

Recipe By: C.K. Kochis

I love sweets. There’s no getting around it, I’m always on the search for healthy and sweet snacks that are easy to make and satisfy my hunger.

Servings

12

Ready In

45 minutes

Allergy

No milk, eggs, peanuts, soy, treenuts, wheat

Ingredients

3/4 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup raw pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup raw sunflower seeds
1/4 cup chia seeds
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/3 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
1/4 cup sunbutter
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 tsp lemon juice

Substitution Options:

Sunbutter –> Tahini

Rolled oats –> Quick cooking oatmeal

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1

Prepare quinoa according to package instructions. Cool.

Step 2

In medium size mixing bowl, combine wet ingredients and chia seeds. Wait 30 minutes.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 4

Add the remaining ingredients; stir.

Step 5

Place mixture in lightly greased 9×9 or 9-inch round baking pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes.

Step 6

Carefully invert pan to place bars onto plate or cutting surface. Cool. Slice and serve.

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