Five Seed Almond Bars Recipe

Name: Five Seed Almond Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/8 cup white all-purpose flour (5 oz); 1 cup raisins (5 oz); 3/4 cup brown sugar (4 oz); 2/3 cup quick oatmeal (2 oz); 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp ground cloves; 2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 stick melted salted butter (4oz); 1 egg; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tsp vanilla; 1/4 cup flax oil (I used Barlean's Organic Fresh Flax Oil) (1.5 oz); 1 cup of seed mix: flax, sesame, pumpkin, poppy, sunflower (1 oz each, 5 oz total); 1/3 cup slivered toasted almonds (2 oz)

Servings: persons

1 1/8 cup white all-purpose flour (5 oz)
1 cup raisins (5 oz)
3/4 cup brown sugar (4 oz)
2/3 cup quick oatmeal (2 oz)
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cloves
2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 stick melted salted butter (4oz)
1 egg
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 cup flax oil (I used Barlean's Organic Fresh Flax Oil) (1.5 oz)
1 cup of seed mix: flax, sesame, pumpkin, poppy, sunflower (1 oz each, 5 oz total)
1/3 cup slivered toasted almonds (2 oz)

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["Measure out the seed and almonds in a small bowl, so that you can quickly add them later.", "", "Put the first set of dry ingredients in a food processor and blend for 30 seconds, until the raisins are finely chopped. Added the liquid ingredients next. Be sure to use melted butter, otherwise the mixture will be too stiff. Processor for about 30 seconds until a ball forms. Immediately add the nut mixture and lightly blend to mix (rather than pulverize). If you let the mixture sit too long, the mixture will get too dense and the food processor will not be able to turn the blade anymore! Time is of the essence.", "", "Place mixture on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper. Spread evenly to the corners of the paper.", "", "Bake at 350 for 15-18 minutes. It will be very soft and harden as it cools. Let cool a bit, then cut into bars and let cool completely.", "", "Option A: save the almonds until the end, after you have spread the mixture on the cookie sheet, then spinkle them on top and press gently into the mixture.", "", "Option B: Add 1/4 cup of white sugar to the dry ingredients. This will bring the sugar level up to the Trader Joe's level. I don't think it is necessary.", "", "Option C: If you want light ""cakey"" cookies instead of dense ones, use 2 eggs instead of 1.", "", "Option D: For extra moist bars, bake at 325 for 15 minutes."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/8 cup white all-purpose flour (5 oz), 1 cup raisins (5 oz), 3/4 cup brown sugar (4 oz), 2/3 cup quick oatmeal (2 oz), and more.

Yes, Five Seed Almond Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Five Seed Almond Bars

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