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A close-up of a square Almond Flour Sugar Cookie Bar with thick white frosting and pink/orange sprinkles.

Almond Flour Sugar Cookie Bars

These bars use almond flour for a softer texture and are sweetened with monk fruit. They feature a simple base and a cream cheese frosting. This recipe yields 16 servings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 16 squares
Course: Dessert, Sweet Treats
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Bar Base
  • 2 cups almond flour preferably organic
  • 1/3 cup monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons coconut oil softened
  • 4 tablespoons plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 30 g protein powder optional for high-protein version
Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese softened
  • 15 g protein powder optional
  • to taste Monk fruit sweetener
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons unsweetened almond milk or as needed for consistency

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch square baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8x8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, monk fruit sweetener, baking powder, salt, and protein powder if you are using it.
  3. Add eggs, softened coconut oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture. Stir until a thick, smooth batter forms.
  4. Transfer batter evenly to the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until the center puffs and the edges turn golden. Cool the bars completely in the pan.
  6. Beat the softened cream cheese, protein powder if using, vanilla, and almond milk until smooth. Adjust the milk amount for a spreadable consistency. Sweeten with monk fruit to your taste.
  7. Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled bars. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before slicing into 16 squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

This recipe is designed for those looking for a lower-sugar treat option. If you skip the optional protein powder, you may need to adjust the liquid slightly in both the base and the frosting to reach the correct texture.

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