Description
Delicious and nutritious Almond Flour Sugar Cookie Bars featuring a soft, gluten-free crust and a creamy protein-enriched frosting. Perfect as a high-protein treat with a low-sugar monk fruit sweetener, these bars are easy to make and great for snacking or dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Crust
- 2 cup almond flour (organic)
- 1/3 cup monk fruit sweetener
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp coconut oil (softened)
- 4 tbsp Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 30 g protein powder (optional, for a high protein version)
For the Frosting
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 15 g protein powder (optional, for the higher protein version)
- Monk fruit sweetener (to taste)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2-3 tsp unsweetened almond milk (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a square baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder (if using), monk fruit sweetener, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add eggs, softened coconut oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until you get a thick, smooth batter.
- Bake the Crust: Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes until the center is puffed and edges turn golden brown. Then, let it cool completely.
- Prepare Frosting: In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, protein powder (if using), vanilla extract, and a few teaspoons of almond milk. Mix until smooth and creamy, adding monk fruit sweetener to desired sweetness and adjusting almond milk for consistency.
- Frost and Chill: Spread the prepared frosting evenly over the cooled cookie bars. Slice into 16 squares and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Using monk fruit sweetener keeps this recipe low in sugar and diabetic-friendly.
- Protein powder is optional but adds a great nutritional boost for a snack or post-workout treat.
- Ensure the coconut oil is softened for easier mixing.
- Line the baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease removal.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Refrigerate leftovers to maintain freshness and firmness of the bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
