Step 1

Preheat oven to 180C/160C fan/350F.

Step 2

Add the sunflower seeds to a bowl along with a pinch of salt and the maple syrup. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.

Step 3

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Press some of the mixture in a small round cookie cutter, then remove slowly to shape into flat discs*.

Step 4

Alternatively you can spoon some of the mixture straight onto the lined baking sheet to make clusters instead.

Step 5

Bake for 15-20 minutes (depending on how big/small you make them), or until golden brown.

Step 6

Allow to cool completely to firm up (they may break apart if you attempt to move them whilst still warm).

Step 7

Once cooled, dip the bottom of the sunflower seed bites into melted dark chocolate. Or you can drizzle some chocolate on top instead.