Greg seems to be the world’s best at sticking to a low-carb diet. He has more willpower than anyone else I know. I can usually stick to a low-carb plan better than any other but I just can’t shake craving something sweet occasionally.
These are a sure-fire way to satisfy that sweet tooth. These Paleo Bars are full good things, with just a little chocolate on the top. You can leave the chocolate off if you prefer, or use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate.
It’s best to use virgin coconut oil, which can be found in many grocery stores. Also, eat local raw honey, if possible. Because local raw honey has not been processed it still contains pollen, enzymes, antioxidants, and many other beneficial compounds that make it nutritious. Research has shown that local honey, obtained as close as possible to where you live, may help build immunity to some seasonal allergies. Honey, raw or processed, should never be given to a child under the age of 12 months old.
I don’t think you’ll be disappointed with these Paleo Bars, they are healthy and delicious, even if you are not following a low-carb diet.
- 2 c. almonds
- ½ c. flax meal
- ½ c. shredded coconut, unsweetened
- ½ tsp. salt
- ½ c. coconut oil
- ½ c. almond butter
- 9 - 10 large Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. almond extract
- 1 tbsp. honey
- ½ to ¾ c. semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Place nuts, flax meal, coconut, and salt in food processor. Pulse until you have sizes ranging from the size of sand to the size of a pea.
- In a small saucepan melt the coconut oil over low heat. Add the dates, almond butter, vanilla and almond extracts, and honey. Stirring occasionally keep over heat until ingredients are combined and warm.
- Add the coconut oil mixture to the food processor and pulse until it all comes together.
- Press the mixture into an 8 x 8-inch pan (I lined mine with wax paper). Use the bottom on a glass is you need to in order to press in down tight so that they bars will be solid.
- Melt chocolate chips and spread over the bars. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or until the bars cool and chocolate sets.
- Remove from refrigerator and cut into small squares.