Base Layer

• 2 ¼ cups almond flour 

• ½ cup vanilla protein powder

• ¼ cup melted coconut oil

• ⅓ cup almond butter

• 3 tbsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¾ tsp cinnamon

• ¼ tsp sea saltThe Role of Carbohydrates

  
  

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix almond flour, protein powder, cinnamon, and sea salt.

2. Add melted coconut oil, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla. Stir until a soft dough forms.

3. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and press dough evenly into the pan. Freeze while preparing the next layer.

Maple Date Layer

• 10 soft Medjool dates (soaked in hot water if needed)

• ¼ cup almond butter

• 3 tbsp maple syrup

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• ¼ tsp sea salt

• 2–3 tbsp unsweetened almond milk

Instructions

1. Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth and thick.

2. Spread evenly over the base layer.

Chocolate Drizzle

• ½ cup dark chocolate, melted

• 1 tsp coconut oil

• Flaky sea salt for topping

Chocolate Drizzle

Melt chocolate + coconut oil in 20-second microwave intervals, stirring in between.

1. Melt chocolate + coconut oil in 20-second microwave intervals, stirring in between.

2. Pour over the date layer and tilt pan gently to cover evenly.

3. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt.

Freeze 2–4 hours until firm. Slice into bars.