Strawberry Chocolate Bars with Coconut
Indulge in these irresistible Strawberry Chocolate Bars with Coconut, a delightful fusion of creamy chocolate and fresh strawberries nestled atop a crumbly oat crust. Perfect for any occasion, these bars are not only delicious but also guilt-free, as they are vegan, gluten-free, and free from refined sugars. With a sweetened base of almond flour and a luscious filling made from silken tofu and fresh strawberries, each bite is a wholesome treat that satisfies your dessert cravings while keeping health in mind. Easy to prepare and customizable with various toppings, these bars will quickly become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Total Time: 47 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, finely diced
- 454 g silken tofu, drained
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup raw cacao powder
- 3 tbsp corn starch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8×8 baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix almond flour, rolled oats, shredded coconut, maple syrup, and coconut oil until crumbly. Press firmly into the prepared baking sheet.
- In another bowl, blend diced strawberries with silken tofu until smooth. Add maple syrup, raw cacao powder, corn starch, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Pour the strawberry filling over the crust and spread evenly.
- Bake for about 32 minutes or until set. Allow cooling before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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