Grain-Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Bar Delight
Makes 20 delightful squares
Equipment:
- A non-stick baking pan with dimensions 22 x 33 cm (9 x 13 inches)
- Anti-stick spray
Ingredients:
- Lightly grease the pan with some anti-stick cooking spray.
- Melt 1 stick (12 tablespoons) of butter and save 2 tablespoons for later.
- Whisk together 1 cup (336 grams) of honey, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and 5 large eggs.
- Combine 3.5 cups (336 grams) of almond flour, 3/4 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder.
- Blend the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
- Add 1 cup of chocolate chips and stir them in.
- Spread the dough evenly in the prepared pan.
- Sprinkle the reserved 2 tablespoons of melted butter on top.
- Bake at 190 °C (375 °F) for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing and serving (skip this step if you can't wait).
Nutritional Facts (per serving):
Calories: 154 Fat: 6g Carbohydrates: 6g Protein: 6g
Bonus Content:
In the spirit of diversifying and elevating your baking experience, here's a grain-free chocolate chip cookie bar alternative!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together almond flour, coconut sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and eggs. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Pour the dough into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are lightly brown.
- Allow the cookie bars to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Values (approximately, for 9-12 bars):
- Calories: 220-280
- Fat: 14-18g
- Carbohydrates: 20-25g
- Protein: 4-5g
- Fiber: 2-3g
- Sugar: 10-12g
- Sodium: 50-70mg