Description
Soft and chewy almond flour sugar cookie bars that are gluten-free, tender, and subtly nutty, perfect for a healthier sweet snack or dessert.
Ingredients
2 cups almond flour
1/2 cup coconut flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coconut oil, melted (or butter)
1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
Optional: Sprinkles for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, maple syrup (or honey), vanilla extract, and egg. Mix until well combined.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Sprinkle the top with granulated sugar and optional sprinkles for a little extra fun and texture.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into 9 bars and enjoy.
Notes
For a different texture, add chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the batter.
Substitute coconut oil with almond butter for a richer flavor.
Add lemon or orange zest for a citrus twist.
Use butter instead of coconut oil if not dairy-free.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds or enjoy cold.
For vegan version, replace the egg with a flax or chia egg.
To make bars crispier, bake a few minutes longer or press dough thinner.
Optional frosting or glaze can be added for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: Approx. 180-200
- Sugar: 5-7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg