Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
70 mins
Servings:
16 bars
I guarantee you’ll be surprised that these bars are gluten-free, vegan, refined sugar-free, and Paleo-friendly.
You’ll be hooked after one bite of the gooey vegan caramel and buttery Macadamia nuts on a gluten-free coconut lime crust.
These are what my Macadamia dessert dreams are made of, enjoy!
Instructions
For the coconut milk caramel
- In a large heavy saucepan, heat the coconut milk and sugar over medium heat, stirring often, until coconut milk begins to boil. Lower heat to simmer and reduce by ⅓ to ½, stirring often to prevent the sugar from scorching. If thicker, caramelized sugar begins to form on sides or bottom, use a whisk to reincorporate it.
- When it reaches the desired consistency, which will take about 25-30 minutes, add coconut oil and vanilla. Stir well to combine and remove from heat. You should end up with around a cup of caramel-colored, sweetened coconut milk.
For the crust/ bars
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- While the caramel is simmering (be sure to continue stirring every few minutes), mix together the ground almonds, unsweetened coconut, lime zest, cinnamon, salt, and coconut butter. Sprinkle nut mixture into a parchment-lined 8×8 baking pan. Using your fingers or a spatula, press the mixture down in an even layer, covering the bottom of the baking dish.
- When the caramel is done, pour it evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the chocolate chips, chopped Macadamia nuts, and coconut flakes evenly over the crust and caramel. Press down with a fork until even and the caramel is coming through to the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until lightly browned.
- Let chill in the refrigerator for about an hour or until completely chilled and set. Cut into 16 squares and serve!
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Ingredients
For the caramel
- 1 can coconut milk (full-fat)
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
For the crust
- ½ cup almond flour
- ⅓ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 tbs spoons coconut butter (melted)
For the toppings
- ¾ cup dark chocolate chunks (make your own for 100% Paleo)
- ½ cup coarsely chopped organic Macadamia nuts
- ½ cup unsweetened flaked coconut
- Flaky sea salt
Original Recipe
This recipe has been sourced from:
Bakerita