Best 5 Sesame Bars Recipes

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Sesame bars, also known as sesame snaps or benne wafers, are a timeless classic loved by people of all ages. These delectable treats are characterized by their crispy, brittle texture, sweet caramel filling, and generous coating of sesame seeds, creating an irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, crafting these delightful sesame bars at home is a rewarding experience that will surely impress your family and friends. Let's dive into some of the best recipes for creating delectable sesame bars that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SESAME-PEANUT BARS



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These healthy snack bars make a sweet portable treat for a child's lunchbox.

Provided by Molly Mitchell

Categories     Breakfast     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     High Fiber     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Lunch     Coconut     Peanut     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Peanut Butter     Bon Appétit     Michigan     snack     snack week     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 16

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 stick of butter
1 1/4 cups white and/or black sesame seeds
3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 cup unsalted, roasted peanuts
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Special equipment:
8x8" glass baking dish
parchment paper

Steps:

  • Butter an 8x8" glass baking dish; line with parchment paper, leaving a generous overhang on all sides. Mix 1 1/4 cups white and/or black sesame seeds, 3/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/4 cup unsalted, roasted peanuts, and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a large bowl. Mix 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract in a small bowl. Add to sesame seed mixture and mix well.
  • Scrape mixture into prepared baking dish; press firmly into an even layer. Bake at 350°F until golden brown around the edges, 20-25 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool until firm, 30-40 minutes. Lift out of baking dish (if it starts to crumble, let cool longer) and cut into 16 bars. Let cool completely.
  • Do Ahead
  • Bars can be made 3 days ahead. Store tightly wrapped at room temperature.

SESAME COCONUT BARS



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These heavenly bars are inspired by a much heavier sweet that I used to make at the dawn of my cooking: Sesame Dream Bars, from "Diet for a Small Planet" by Frances Moore Lappé. Coarsely grind the sesame seeds by pulsing them a few times in a food processor. Do not overprocess or you'll get butter; some whole seeds are fine.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 18 to 20 squares

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ounces (1 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 1/2 ounces (1/2 cup) raw brown sugar or organic sugar
6 ounces (1 1/2 cups) whole-wheat pastry flour, sifted
1 ounce (1/4 cup) whole-wheat pastry flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 eggs
1/2 cup mild honey, like clover
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 ounces (1/2 cup, firmly packed) unsweetened shredded coconut
1 to 2 ounces (1/4 to 1/2 cup) sesame seeds, coarsely ground

Steps:

  • Make the cookie base. Butter a 9-by-13-inch pan and line with parchment. Butter the parchment.
  • Cream the butter with the salt and sugar. Add the sifted flour and blend together. Using your hands, press out the dough over the bottom of the parchment-lined pan in an even layer. Using a fork, make holes all over the surface of the dough (this is called docking). Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Bake the cookie base for 20 minutes, until it is just beginning to brown. Remove from the heat and cool for at least 5 minutes before topping.
  • Sift together the flour and baking powder. Beat the eggs with an electric mixer or whisk until light and thick. Add the honey and vanilla and beat until well blended. Add the flour and baking powder and beat to blend. Add the coconut and sesame seeds and stir together. Spread in an even layer over the cookie base, scraping out every last bit with a rubber spatula. Place in the oven and bake 20 minutes, until the surface is just beginning to color. Remove from the heat and allow to cool before cutting into squares.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 159, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 50 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SESAME BARS



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Delicious bars to serve with tea or as a light dessert!

Provided by sal

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Bar Cookie Recipes

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ cup toasted sesame seeds
½ cup butter, melted
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x9 inch square pan.
  • Stir sesame seeds into melted butter, and set aside to cool. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. In a medium bowl, mix the eggs, sugar and vanilla into the butter mixture. Add dry ingredients and stir until well blended.
  • Pour batter into the prepared pan, spread evenly. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven. Cool and cut into squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.3 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 157.3 mg, Sugar 13.5 g

APRICOT SESAME ENERGY BARS



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The sweetness of dried apricots pairs perfectly with the richness of sesame and hemp seeds in this nut-free, no-bake bar that makes a great breakfast or snack. With 8 grams of dietary fiber and 10 grams of protein per serving, it will satisfy a craving any time of day.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4 cups lightly packed dried Turkish apricot halves (about 12 ounces)
1 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup tahini
1/4 cup raw shelled hemp seeds
1/4 cup black or white sesame seeds, or a mix

Steps:

  • Line an 8-inch square baking dish with aluminum foil leaving a 6-inch overhang on 2 opposite sides.
  • Pulse the apricots in the bowl of a food processor until fine and crumbly. Add the wheat germ and hemp seeds and pulse until the mixture sticks together. Add the tahini and pulse until combined. Sprinkle in the sesame seeds and pulse just until evenly dispersed.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Using the foil overhang flaps, press the mixture firmly and evenly into the baking pan. Chill until set, about 2 hours. Lift the mixture out of the pan by the aluminum foil and invert onto a cutting board. Carefully peel off the aluminum foil and slice in half vertically and then into fourths horizontally making eight equal pieces. Wrap the bars individually in parchment paper and store for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 1.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 40 milligrams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 10 grams, Sugar 21 grams

SESAME BARS



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Categories     Nut     No-Cook     Quick & Easy

Yield 45-50

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 tablespoons Maple Syrup
1 cup Sesame seeds
1 cup Sunflower seeds
1/2 cup Currants or small Raisins
1/2 cup Pecans (chopped)
1/2 cup Almonds (sliced)
1/4 cup Pumpkin seeds
1/2 cup grated Coconut (unsweetened)
1/2 cup Carob chips (non-dairy)

Steps:

  • Mix all dry ingredients together first, then add maple syrup, and stir till everything is well coated. The mixture will not stick together, but remain pretty loose. Then using a regular tablespoon (not a measuring spoon), I form a mounded up oval of the mix on a Teflon sheet. Place in the dehydrator at 100 degrees and they are done in an hour. If you don't have a dehydrator, place on a cookie sheet and allow to set out overnight. These are really yummy and they are nice and dry, not sticky. You could eliminate some of the ingredients and still have a good, healthy, snack food.

Tips:

  • To ensure your sesame bars have a crispy texture, make sure you use fresh sesame seeds. Old or stale seeds will not give you the same result.
  • If you don't have a candy thermometer, you can use the cold water test to check if the sugar syrup is ready. To do this, drop a small amount of the syrup into a bowl of cold water. If it forms a hard ball, the syrup is ready.
  • Be careful not to overcook the sugar syrup, as it will become too hard and brittle. If the syrup starts to smoke, remove it from the heat immediately.
  • When mixing the syrup with the sesame seeds, work quickly so that the syrup doesn't harden. If the syrup does start to harden, place it back on the heat for a few seconds to soften it.
  • Press the sesame bar mixture firmly into the pan to ensure that it is evenly distributed and compact.
  • Allow the sesame bars to cool completely before cutting them into pieces. This will help to prevent them from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Sesame bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of sesame bars that will be sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet and crunchy snack, give sesame bars a try!

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