Description
Chocolate chip brownie bars promise pure dessert magic without turning on the oven. Rich layers of chocolatey goodness meld together, creating a delightful treat you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (360 ml) almond flour
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) maple syrup or honey
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) salt
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the foundational mixture by blending almond flour, cocoa powder, and salt in a spacious mixing vessel until thoroughly integrated.
- Introduce liquid elements – maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract – stirring methodically to create a cohesive, dense consistency.
- Gently incorporate mini chocolate chips, folding them evenly throughout the dough to ensure balanced distribution.
- Arrange parchment paper inside an 8×8-inch pan, allowing slight overhang for easy removal.
- Transfer the prepared mixture into the lined pan, utilizing a flexible spatula to compress and level the surface uniformly.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator, allowing the bars to solidify and set for a minimum of 60 minutes until achieving a firm texture.
- Extract the chilled confection from the refrigerator and utilize the parchment paper edges to lift the entire block onto a cutting surface.
- Slice into precise rectangular portions using a sharp knife, creating clean, consistent bars.
- Serve immediately or store in a sealed container, enjoying either chilled or at ambient temperature for a delectable no-bake treat.
Notes
- Customize flour alternatives by substituting almond flour with oat flour or gluten-free blend for various dietary needs.
- Enhance protein content by adding a scoop of plant-based protein powder directly into the dough mixture for extra nutrition.
- Control sweetness levels by adjusting maple syrup quantity or experimenting with alternative liquid sweeteners like agave or honey.
- Ensure perfect texture by pressing dough firmly and evenly into pan, using a flat-bottomed glass or spatula to create smooth, compact bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 181
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 58 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg