Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup almond butter (or cashew butter)
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup collagen peptides or paleo protein powder
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Optional Add-ins
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Add dry ingredients: Incorporate the coconut flour, collagen peptides (or paleo protein powder), cinnamon, and a pinch of salt into the wet mixture. Stir until a thick dough forms, ensuring all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Fold in optional ingredients: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts if you choose to add them, distributing them evenly throughout the dough.
- Press the mixture into the pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, then press the dough firmly and evenly into the pan to create a compact layer.
- Chill the bars: Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, allowing the bars to firm up completely.
- Slice and serve: Remove the chilled mixture from the pan using the parchment paper, slice into 10–12 bars, and serve or store as desired.
Notes
- If the mixture feels too dry, add 1–2 tablespoons of almond milk or water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Store the bars in the refrigerator for the best texture and freshness.
- This recipe serves as a versatile base—consider adding seeds, dried fruit, or cacao nibs for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American / Global
- Diet: Gluten Free
