Directions:

*Makes about 8 bars

1. In a large bowl, mix together the first 5 dry ingredients and set aside.

2. In a small saucepan, heat up the remaining ingredients over a low flame and whisk until almond butter is dissolved (about 2 minutes).

3. Remove from flame and let cool slightly. Pour over the dry ingredients.

4. When mixture is cool to the touch, use a spatula and your hands and start mixing all the ingredients together.

5. Dampen hands with water as needed and make sure everything is incorporated well.

6. Roll mixture into 2-inch size balls in the palms of your hands, then run hands together back and forth to form a log.

7. Press log flat to form a bar.

8. Place sesame seeds on a plate and dip the top half of the bar in the sesame seeds to coat.

9. Lay seed-side up on a platter and continue with the rest of mixture.

10. Keep in airtight container for up to 3 days.