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With just an almond cookie base and layers of walnuts, toasted coconut, and chocolate, they feel like an indulgent dessert that's also full of wholesome ingredients.

Healthier Coconut Walnut Cookie Bars

These Healthier Coconut Walnut Cookie Bars feature a soft almond flour crust topped with toasted coconut, crunchy walnuts, and a smooth chocolate layer. Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined-sugar-free, they’re an easy, wholesome dessert that still tastes indulgent.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • CRUST
  • ½ cup refined coconut oil – melted
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup use maple syrup for the vegan version
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups blanched almond flour
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • Topping:
  • 1 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut flakes
  • 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon refined coconut oil

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9x9-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
  • Toast the coconut:
  • Spread the shredded coconut on an ungreased baking sheet and toast for 5–7 minutes at 360, just until golden brown, mixing around after first 2 minutes. Watch carefully so it doesn’t burn. Set aside to cool.
  • Make the crust:
  • In a large bowl, mix together the melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, vanilla, almond flour, and salt until a thick dough forms
  • Transfer the dough to your prepared pan and press it firmly and evenly into the bottom of hte pan
  • Sprinkle the chopped walnuts on the crust and gently press them in.
  • Bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown around the edges. Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes.
  • Drizzle 2–3 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup over the warm crust and spread evenly with a spoon or spatula.
  • Sprinkle the toasted coconut flakes over the syrup layer, then press down gently with your hand or a spatula to help it stick.
  • Combine the chocolate chips and 1 tablespoon coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth and entirely melted.
  • Pour the melted chocolate over the top of the bars and use a spatula to spread it evenly. Let the bars sit at room temperature for about 1 hour, or until the chocolate is set.
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