Description
Lavender Honey Almond Bars are a nutritious and delicious snack combining the sweetness of honey, the nuttiness of almonds, and the calming essence of lavender.
Ingredients
- Rolled oats – 2 cups (about 180 g)
- Sliced almonds – 1 cup (about 100 g)
- Honey – 1/2 cup (about 170 g)
- Dried lavender – 2 tablespoons (culinary grade)
- Coconut oil – 1/4 cup (about 60 ml), melted
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon (about 5 ml)
- Sea salt – 1/4 teaspoon (about 1.5 g)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, sliced almonds, dried lavender, and sea salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the melted coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it firmly and evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
- Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then lift it out using the parchment paper.
- Cut into bars or squares once cooled.
- Enjoy as a nutritious snack or breakfast addition.
Notes
- For a vegan option, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze the bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Lavender Honey Almond Bars, healthy snack, nutritious bars, homemade bars