Almond Butter Collagen Protein Bars
This is a grain free, dairy free, refined sugar free protein bar that can be a whole meal replacement. It is high in protein and fiber, low in net carbs, and will keep you feeling full.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup almond butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/3 cup flax meal
- 1/3 cup chopped nuts
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup collagen powder
- 1/4 cup hemp protein powder
- 2 tbsp coconut flour
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Chocolate Topping
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 6 drops liquid stevia
Instructions
- Mix coconut oil and honey in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave until coconut oil is melted.
- Add almond butter to coconut oil and honey mixture. Stir until almond butter is incorporated.
- Add vanilla.
- In a separate bowl mix together all the dry ingredients including the cinnamon.
- Pour almond butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until well coated.
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and pour batter in. Press firmly into pan with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
- Freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- While bars are freezing, make the chocolate topping.
- Remove bars from the freezer and pour chocolate on top.
- Return to freezer for another 30 minutes and then cut into bars. Store in the fridge or freezer.
Chocolate Topping
- Melt coconut oil in microwave safe bowl.
- Add cocoa powder and mix until smooth.
- Add stevia and mix.