Incredible nutty carob bars with seeds and dry fruits
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Incredible nutty carob bars with seeds and dry fruits
A fruit, seed and nut carob recipe that makes fantastic snack bars; an alternative to chocolate that is naturally dairy free and refined sugar free.
SERVES:
24 x 4cm squares
PREP TIME:
15 mins 1 hour for setting
COOK TIME:
10 mins
Ingredients
- 245 grams dairy free and sugar free carob flakes or buttons
- 180 grams dried sour cherries, raisins or cranberries, loosely chopped
- 1 cup roasted almonds, loosely chopped (or other nuts of choice)
- 1 cup sesame seeds, toasted – golden to well done
Method
- Place a medium sized pot on a low heat.
- Add the carob flakes or carob buttons and melt down stirring regularly (approximately 10 minutes).
- Once melted take off the heat and add the dried fruit, almonds and ⅔ of the cup of sesame seeds and mix through gently.
- Pour mixture into a baking tray lined with greaseproof paper and spread out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remainder of the sesame seeds over the top of the mixture.
- Place into the fridge and allow to set for 1 hour.
- Slice into pieces, keep in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Inspiration
- Siesta is a high quality carob brand available in the UK. When searching for alternatives bear in mind that they are not always dairy and sugar free
- Choose different seeds, nuts and dried fruit to add to the carob
- Perfect recipe for children to make
- A great way to avoid chocolate and refined sugar we know so well!
Dietary Requirements
Gluten Free | Dairy Free | Sugar Free | Yeast Free | Soy Free | Egg Free | Vegetarian
Filed under
Gluten free, Dairy free, Sugar alternatives
