Chocolate Covered Coconut Protein Bars
INGREDIENTS
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Bottom Layer
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1/2 cup coconut butter, melted (I used homemade coconut butter)
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2 Tbsp unsweetened applesauce
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2 Tbsp honey, agave or brown rice syrup
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1/4 tsp coconut extract
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1/4 tsp almond extract (or 1/2 tsp pure vanilla)
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100 grams all-natural vanilla protein powder (I tested this with Jay robb’s whey protein, was 3 scoops)
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3 Tbsp flaxseed meal
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2 Tbsp oat flour or oat bran
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2 Tbsp coconut flour (could sub your favorite flour but would need to increase amount by a 1-2 Tbsp)
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pinch of sea salt
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Top Layer
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2 1/2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted (I used unrefined for more coconut flavor)
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2 – 3 Tbsp carob powder (or cocoa or cacao powder)
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1 Tbsp honey, agave or brown rice syrup
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pinch of sea salt, optional but enhances the flavor
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For garnish, optional
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Chopped nuts, sunflower seeds, pepitas or shredded coconut
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