Chocolate Chunk Tahini Oatmeal Bars
Soft and fluffy tahini oatmeal bars studded with rich chocolate chunks and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Made with almond flour and oats, these wholesome bars are gluten-free, perfectly balanced, and ideal for breakfast or snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats (or 3/4 cup rolled oats)
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or oil of choice)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup chocolate chunks or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together tahini, eggs, maple syrup, olive oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add almond flour, oats, baking soda, and salt. Stir until fully combined and no dry streaks remain.
- Fold in chocolate chunks, reserving a few to sprinkle on top.
- Spread batter evenly into prepared pan and top with remaining chocolate.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
- Cool at least 5 minutes before slicing. For cleaner cuts, cool completely.
Notes
- Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Sprinkle flaky salt on top after baking for contrast.
- Substitute rolled oats for a heartier texture.
- Store at room temperature up to 1 week or refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
- Freeze up to 3 months with parchment between layers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
