Protein Cinnamon Almond Squares (Printable Version)

Chewy squares with almonds and cinnamon for healthy snacking or breakfast—high protein and easy to make.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1 cup almond flour
03 - 1/3 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 2 large eggs
08 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
09 - 1/3 cup pure maple syrup or honey
10 - 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
11 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
12 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

13 - 1/2 cup chopped roasted almonds
14 - 2 tablespoons sliced almonds, for topping

# Preparation steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - Combine rolled oats, almond flour, protein powder, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Stir thoroughly.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, unsweetened almond milk, maple syrup or honey, unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
04 - Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated. Gently fold in chopped roasted almonds.
05 - Spread batter evenly in the prepared pan. Sprinkle sliced almonds over the top.
06 - Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
07 - Cool completely in the pan. Lift out and cut into 12 squares.
08 - Store squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses basic pantry ingredients you probably have on hand
  • Bakes in under thirty minutes for instant snack gratification
  • Gluten free and high protein if you use certified GF oats and protein powder
  • Perfect make ahead for breakfast or grab and go snacks
02 -
  • Gluten free easily if you use certified gluten free oats and protein powder
  • Rich source of protein and fiber from whole food ingredients
  • Cinnamon helps stabilize blood sugar and adds irresistible flavor
03 -
  • Do not overbake or they may get too dry In my kitchen even two minutes extra can make a big difference
  • Use quick release parchment for effortless removal Toasting the sliced almonds before topping intensifies their flavor Remember to let the bars cool fully before slicing so they hold their shape and stay chewy

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