Chocolate Shortbread Bars (No-Bake)

Gluten & Grain Free, Sugar Free, Paleo

I’m loving the no-bake recipes lately. It makes things so easy, especially during hot months when you don’ want to bake, or when you want a quick & easy treat!

This made a small batch (approx 12 little squares) so feel free to double for a 8×8 amount.

Ingredients:

1/4 cup (60g) unsweetened applesauce
6 TBSP coconut flour
1 scoop (20-25g) vanilla protein powder: grass fed organic collagen or bone broth is my top choice
2 TBSP granulated erythritol sweetener (or to taste)
1/4 cup (64g) almond butter (or other nut butter)
About 1/4 cup (50g) Lilly’s brand dark chocolate chips (or other dark chocolate) + 1 tsp coconut oil/butter

Directions:
In a medium bowl, combine all dry ingredients & mix well. It should be a sticky dough but not too wet (add more flour if need be).
Line a small dish with parchment paper & transfer dough. Use a spatula to spread evenly.
Melt chocolate + bit of oil (I use the microwave at 10 second intervals) Spread over dough evenly.
Freeze for at least an hour before cutting into pieces.
Ideal to store in freezer but may keep in fridge. Keep cool before serving.