Gluten-free birdseed slice
This toasted seeds slice is seriously good! It's gluten free and ready in 20 minutes. What could be better for a healthy morning or afternoon tea treat or to pack for picnics or kids' lunchboxes.
Serves: 18 (makes 18 pieces)
Time to make: 20 mins
Total cost: $14.40 / $0.80 per serve
(at time of publication)
Ingredients
- 1 cup sesame seeds
- 1 cup pumpkin seeds
- 4 tablespoons reduced-fat spread
- 3 tablespoons golden syrup
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup chopped apricots
- ½ cup Craisins
- ½ cup roasted nuts such as cashews or peanuts
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Instructions
1 Place seeds on a baking sheet lined with non-stick baking paper. Toast under grill carefully for about 3-4 minutes. Pour into a mixing bowl.
2 Place spread, golden syrup and brown sugar in a non-stick pan. Heat until spread and sugar have dissolved. Increase the heat to high and heat for 3 more minutes until mixture is bubbling and begins to thicken.
3 Pour hot syrup mixture into bowl with seeds, fruit and nuts. Mix together then lightly press into a slice tray lined with baking paper. Cut while semi-hot, before it sets completely.
RUNNER-UP: Baking and treats category
HFG reader recipe competition 2009
Shelley McGeown, Oamaru
Nutrition Info (per serve)
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Calories 177cal
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Kilojoules 740kJ
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Protein 4g
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Total fat 11g
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–Saturated fat 2g
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Carbohydrates 15g
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–Sugars 12g
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Dietary fibre 2g
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Sodium 40mg
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Calcium 100mg
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Iron 2.5mg
Note: This nutrition analysis is a guide only. Nutrition composition will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. See our guides on your optimal daily nutrition intake, and supermarket shopping.
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