The recipe today is Strawberry Nut Bars, which are great for breakfast. I’ve mentioned before that I usually like to throw some homemade sausage and some veggies in a pan a cook up an easy breakfast. That kind of breakfast is fast and doesn’t require a lot of prep. But every once in awhile, I want something different…something sweet. These bars are a great way to change up my morning routine. Not a fan of sweets in the morning? Not to worry…I can personally vouch for these being a great dessert too. 🙂
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Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup equivalent granular sweetener (use honey for Paleo)
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 tsp cinnamon
- 2 chia eggs*
- 3/4 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup nut butter, slightly melted (I used almond butter)
- 3 Tbsp dairy free milk (I used almond milk)
- 3/4 cup strawberry jam (recipe below)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup chopped unsweetened coconut flakes
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil
- 2 Tbsp equivalent sweetener
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- To make the bars, combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients and add them to the dry ingredients.
- Mix well to combine and press the mixture into an 8x8" pan lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the strawberry jam over the bars.
- To make the topping, combine all of the topping ingredients and sprinkle over the top of the strawberry jam.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes (cover with foil if the topping starts to get too dark).
- Allow to cool slightly and then cool completely in the refrigerator (about 1-2 hours).
Notes
1 chia egg = 1 Tbsp chia seed + 3 Tbsp water. Place the chia seeds in a small bowl and add the water. Allow to sit for 5 minutes, stir, and let the mixture sit for another 1-2 minutes or until completely gelled.
Net Carb Count: Strawberry Nut Bars: 9.2 net carbs (per 1 bar serving--serves 8)
*Note carb counts are estimated based on the products I used. Check nutrition labels for accurate carb counts and gluten information.
Ingredients
- 2 cups halved strawberries
- 1 Tbsp equivalent sweetener (or to taste)
- 2 Tbsp water
- 1 1/2 Tbsp chia seeds
Instructions
- Blend the strawberries, sweetener, and water until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a bowl and add the chia seeds.
- Stir to combine and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set.
Notes
Net Carb Count*: Strawberry Jam: 18.75 net carbs (for the entire recipe--yields 1 cup)
*Note carb counts are estimated based on the products I used. Check nutrition labels for accurate carb counts and gluten information.
Adapted from Eating Bird Food
