Vanilla and Almond Protein Bars

Protein bars are great snacks for busy days. They are naturally sating and nutritious, yet low in carbs!

 ½ cup flaked almonds
 1.50 cups almond meal
 4 tbsp desiccated coconut
 2 cups vegan protein powder(vanilla or plain)or egg white protein powder
 ¼ cup coconut milkor cream
 1 vanilla beanor unsweetened vanilla extract
 ¼ cup Swerveor sugar (non Keto)

What are we cooking today?
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These Vanilla and Almond Protein Bars are the perfect mid meal snack.

Getting started
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In a bowl, mix the almond flour with fine coconut flour and whey protein powder (vanilla or plain work well).

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Pour in the coconut milk (or cream) and add pure vanilla extract. If the texture is too dry, add a few tablespoons of coconut oil.

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Add Swerve or sugar.

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Add flaked almonds.
(roasting the almonds quickly will release more flavour. Just throw them on a non-stick pan and roast for 1-2 minutes)

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Process the mixture well and place in a square baking dish or any container (about 8x8 inch / ~ 20x20 cm for 8 pieces) lined with parchment paper. Press the batter in firmly to cover the whole surface and place in the fridge for at least 2 hours.

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After the batter seems firm, remove from the fridge. Place it on a cutting board and cut into 8 equal pieces using a knife or pizza cutter.

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Store in the fridge and enjoy!

Annabelle's tips
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Always store in the fridge. You can make them ahead and have one when you have no time to cook!