Description
These Healthy No-Bake Carrot Cake Breakfast Bars are a nutritious and delicious way to start your day. Made with wholesome ingredients like shredded carrots, almond flour, and coconut, these bars are naturally sweetened and packed with fiber and healthy fats. With no baking required, they are an easy, quick, and mess-free breakfast or snack option that you can prepare in advance and enjoy on the go.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/4 cup Swerve sweetener
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the shredded carrots, almond flour, shredded coconut, and Swerve sweetener until evenly distributed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted coconut oil, cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and forms a sticky dough-like consistency.
- Incorporate Walnuts: Gently fold the chopped walnuts into the mixture, ensuring they are evenly incorporated.
- Press Mixture into Dish: Line a baking dish with parchment paper and press the mixture firmly and evenly into the dish to form a compact layer.
- Chill to Set: Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for 2 hours to allow the bars to set and firm up.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from the refrigerator, slice into 12 bars, and enjoy as a healthy breakfast or snack option.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts with other nuts like pecans or almonds if preferred.
- For a different flavor, consider adding raisins or chopped dates.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- These bars can be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw before eating.
- To make it vegan, ensure your sweetener choice complies with vegan guidelines.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
