Keto "Oatmeal" Almond Butter Breakfast Bars

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  • prep time

    prep time

    15 min

  • cook time

    cook time

    20 min

  • ready time

    ready time

    35 min

Keto "Oatmeal" Almond Butter Breakfast Bars

Are you an on-the-go type of person? Keto breakfast bars are here to be a healthy part of your busy lifestyle. Maybe you just like to meal prep ahead of time, which is another way to use this recipe. These almond-based breakfast bars have a blend of raw almonds for crunch and almond butter for a delicious taste. There are also coconut and egg whites in the bars. Both kids and adults will enjoy the crunchy, nutty, lightly sweetened flavor of these Keto oatmeal breakfast bars, and you can make enough to enjoy them throughout the week.

What is monk fruit, and where do I find it?

Monk fruit is a naturally sweet fruit originally grown in China. It has no calories, so it makes an excellent sweetener substitute for those on a Keto diet. Monk fruit also has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. If you're at the grocery store, you may find monk fruit sweetener in the baking aisle near the sugar. Look for the sugar-alternative area on the shelf.

Is almond butter healthier than peanut butter?

If you look at calories alone, almond butter and peanut butter are fairly similar. However, almonds have a slightly higher nutrient density than peanuts. Almond butter has more fiber than peanut butter per serving, which means almond butter has fewer net carbs too.

What types of fats are in my Keto oatmeal breakfast bar?

The sources of fat in this recipe are almonds, coconut flakes, almond butter, and coconut oil. Almonds have about 14 grams of fat per ounce, which include polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. These types of fats are good for your health. Coconut oil contains 14 grams of fat per tablespoon. In moderation, the saturated fat naturally derived from coconuts can be part of a balanced Keto diet.

  • Net Carbs

    4.4 g

  • Fiber

    6.2 g

  • Total Carbs

    11.1 g

  • Protein

    9.1 g

  • Fats

    37.6 g

403 cals

Keto "Oatmeal" Almond Butter Breakfast Bars

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Ingredients

  • Almonds, sliced

    Almonds, sliced

    1 cup

  • Cinnamon

    Cinnamon

    1 tsp

  • Flake Coconut, Organic, Unsweetened

    Flake Coconut, Organic, Unsweetened

    1.25 cup

  • Monk Fruit Sweetener

    Monk Fruit Sweetener

    1 tsp

  • Almond butter

    Almond butter

    0.5 cup

  • Coconut oil

    Coconut oil

    0.25 cup

  • Egg whites

    Egg whites

    2 large

  • Salt

    Salt

    1 dash

Recipe Steps

steps 5

35 min

  • Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8"x8" (20x20 cm) pan with parchment paper so that the paper hangs off of the sides a bit. This will give you some leverage when pulling the bars out of the pan later on. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the sliced almonds, cinnamon, unsweetened coconut flakes, and monk fruit powder. Stir well to combine.
    Step 1
  • Step 2

    Add almond butter, melted coconut oil, large egg whites, and salt to the same bowl. Mix thoroughly. The mixture will be thick with a thin coating of the liquid ingredients around the nuts and coconut flakes. Be sure to use finely shredded coconut flakes for this recipe so they compact together.
    Step 2
  • Step 3

    Pour the mixture into an 8"x8" (20x20 cm) baking pan. Press the mixture down firmly with a spatula. Place a small piece of parchment paper on top, and use your hand to press the mixture down firmly to compact all the ingredients together. This step is crucial to the success of this recipe!
    Step 3
  • Step 4

    Bake for 20 mins or until the granola bars are lightly golden brown on top. The bars will be loose and bubbling when they are hot from the oven. Allow them to cool completely, then transfer to the fridge for an hour before cutting them into bars.
    Step 4
  • Step 5

    Cut into 8 bars. Keep bars stored in the fridge until ready to eat. Enjoy! These are great for a grab-and-go breakfast paired with a protein shake or other Keto protein items.
    Step 5

Comments 1

  • Ms. Grizzly

    Ms. Grizzly a year ago

    I like this recipe, but I want to try it again with some different ideas. The fat to protein ratio seems a little off. One might need to have a protein shake with it or put protein powder in the mix. I used stevia, and next time I would make it sweeter and put chocolate chips in it. I love the idea of having something like this for an on-the-go moment, but it needs a little tweaking.