Lemon Chia Bars
Chia seeds are tiny powerhouses filled with omega-3s, fiber, protein and antioxidants. Thanks to the protein and fiber they contain, chia seeds can help keep you satiated throughout the day.
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Ingredients
- 3/4 + 1 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes, divided
- 1/2 cup blanched almond flour
- 1/3 cup coconut butter
- 2 tbsp BPA-free canned full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tbsp raw honey
- 2 tbsp lemon zest + 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, divided
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
- 6 drops liquid stevia
Preparation
1. Line a 8½ x 4½-inch loaf pan with parchment paper; set aside.
2. To a food processor, add ¾ cup coconut flakes and pulse until finely ground. Add almond flour, coconut butter, coconut milk, honey, 1½ tbsp lemon zest, lemon juice, chia seeds, salt and stevia. Pulse until well combined.
3. In loaf pan, spread out mixture evenly and top with remaining 1 tbsp coconut flakes and ½ tbsp lemon zest. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then remove from pan and cut into 20 squares. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to a week or freezer for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size 1 bar
- Calories 75
- Carbohydrate Content 4 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 4 g
- Fiber Content 2 g
- Protein Content 1 g
- Saturated Fat Content 4 g
- Sodium Content 16 mg
- Sugar Content 2 g
- Monounsaturated Fat Content 1 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat Content 1 g