Sugar Free Coconut Cashew Protein Bar Recipe

No Bake Coconut  Cashew Protein BarsWhen you need a healthy snack on-the-go, try this Sugar Free No Bake Coconut Cashew Protein Bar Recipe. There is no baking required, the bars just need some time to set in the fridge. This recipe yields a dozen healthy low-carb and without-added-sugars protein bars for the week ahead!

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup coconut butter
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup cashew butter
  • 1/-1 teaspoon Coconut Sweet Drops™
  • 4 scoops protein powder or 1 1/3 cup
  • 2/3 cup ground flaxseed
  • 1/4 cup cashew or coconut milk
  • Optional: garnish with unsweetened coconut flakes

Method:

In a microwavable bowl or small pot on stove top, soften together the cashew butter, coconut butter and coconut oil and stir to combine well. Set aside to cool slightly. In another bowl whisk the protein powder and flaxseed. Stir the milk into the dry mixture. Taste the softened and cooled coconut cashew mixture for sweetness and adjust if needed. Pour the wet into the dry ingredients and stir well. Line an 8 by 8 baking dish with parchment paper. Press batter evenly into the bottom of the dish. Press in coconut flakes over the top if desired. Refrigerate 1 hour then slice into 12 bars. Wrap individually for a grab-n-go snack!

Nutrition Facts:

  • Calories per serving: 212
  • Fat: 16.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 10.7g
  • Cholesterol: 6g
  • Sodium: 54mg
  • Sugars: 2g
  • Carbs: 8.3g
  • Fiber: 5.1g
  • Protein: 11.2g
Recipe and photo courtesy Sugar-Free Mom.