Description

These Almond Flour Cookie Bars are a delicious, healthier dessert option perfect for Valentine’s Day or any festive occasion. They are gluten-free, low carb, and refined sugar free, with a soft, tender crumb and creamy frosting. Packed with protein and made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, monk fruit sweetener, and Greek yogurt, these bars are great for sharing or enjoying as a guilt-free treat.

Ingredients

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For the Crust

2 cups 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 high protein version)

For the Frosting

4 oz cream cheese (softened)
15 g protein powder (optional, for higher protein version)
Monk fruit sweetener (to taste)
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
2–3 tsp almond milk (unsweetened, as needed)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a square baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, protein powder, monk fruit sweetener, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Add Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, softened coconut oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until the batter is smooth and thick.
Bake the Bars: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the center is puffed and the edges turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
Make the Frosting: While the bars cool, combine the softened cream cheese, protein powder, vanilla extract, and a few teaspoons of almond milk in a small bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add monk fruit sweetener to taste to make the frosting sweeter if desired.
Frost and Chill: Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Slice into 16 squares, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set the frosting before serving.

Notes

You can omit the protein powder if you prefer a simpler version, or substitute with your favorite protein blend.
Use organic monk fruit sweetener to keep the bars low-carb and refined sugar-free.
Adjust the sweetness of the frosting with monk fruit according to your taste preference.
Store leftover bars in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
For festive occasions, decorate the frosting with colored sprinkles or edible decorations.