Crispy Rice & Sesame Bars

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Servings: 20 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Chewy sesame halvah meets crunchy rice cereal in a no-bake sweet treat
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Crispy Rice & Sesame Bars

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 20 Calories: 1366.0

Description

These Crispy Rice and Sesame Bars are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors, combining the nutty richness of sesame seeds with the sweet, dense chew of plain halvah. The crisp rice cereal adds a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the soft, honey-sweetened binding mixture. Ideal for a quick afternoon snack or a unique dessert component, these bars require no baking, making them perfect for hot days or busy schedules. They offer a sophisticated twist on traditional rice krispie treats, appealing to those who enjoy Middle Eastern-inspired sweets. Simple to assemble yet impressive in taste, they are a wonderful addition to any cookie platter or picnic basket.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter and honey together, stirring occasionally until smooth.
  3. Add the coarsely chopped halvah to the saucepan and stir continuously until it is fully melted and combined with the butter-honey mixture.
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the sesame seeds.
  5. Pour the warm sesame-halvah mixture into a large bowl containing the crisp rice cereal.
  6. Gently fold the mixture until the rice cereal is evenly coated and no dry cereal remains.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press down firmly and evenly using the bottom of a measuring cup or your hands.
  8. Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour to allow them to set and firm up.
  9. Lift the set block out of the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into 2-inch squares.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1366.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 63.5g98%
Saturated Fat 14.9g75%
Cholesterol 22.0mg8%
Sodium 1176.8mg50%
Total Carbohydrate 185.9g62%
Dietary Fiber 41.9g168%
Sugars 34.8g
Protein 31.2g63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: crispy rice, sesame bars, halvah, no bake, dessert, snack, honey, sesame seeds, rice cereal, butter, chewy, crunchy, international, vegetarian, easy, quick, nutty, sweet
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