Almond Flour Sugar Cookie Bars (Printable Version)

Soft, chewy almond flour bars with creamy frosting and natural sweetness.

# What You'll Need:

→ Cookie Bar Base

01 - 2 cups almond flour, preferably organic
02 - 1/3 cup monk fruit sweetener
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 4 tablespoons coconut oil, softened
06 - 4 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt
07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 30 g protein powder (optional)

→ Cream Cheese Frosting

10 - 4 oz cream cheese, softened
11 - 15 g protein powder (optional)
12 - Monk fruit sweetener, to taste
13 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 2 teaspoons unsweetened almond milk, or as needed for consistency

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8x8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on sides for easy removal.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, monk fruit sweetener, baking powder, salt, and protein powder if using until well blended.
03 - Add eggs, softened coconut oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until a thick, smooth batter forms.
04 - Evenly spread batter into prepared baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes until center is puffed and edges are golden brown. Cool completely in pan.
05 - While bars cool, beat softened cream cheese, protein powder if using, vanilla, and almond milk in a small bowl. Add more almond milk as needed to achieve smooth, spreadable consistency. Sweeten to taste with monk fruit.
06 - Once bars are fully cooled, spread frosting evenly over surface. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before slicing into 16 squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • Completely gluten-free and grain-free using almond flour.
  • Naturally sweetened with monk fruit for a lower glycemic impact.
  • Rich and moist thanks to the addition of Greek yogurt and coconut oil.
  • Can be boosted with protein powder for a more nutritious snack.
02 -
  • Always allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before applying the frosting to prevent melting.
  • Chilling the bars for at least 30 minutes before slicing helps you get clean, sharp edges.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
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