KETO LOW-CARB CHOCOLATE ALMOND BARS
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Think you might enjoy Keto Chocolate Almond Bars? In my last blog, I shared with you a recipe for grain-free granola to enjoy. When following a high protein and limited carb diet or lifestyle, it’s vital to get enough fiber. I created a Keto Low-Carb granola to do the trick. Using this granola, I’ve developed these bars. So yummy!
WHAT ARE THE NUTRITIONAL BENEFITS OF KETO GRANOLA?
Keto Chocolate Almond Bars contain the following:
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Flax seeds are rich in protein and lignans, which help to reduce the risk of cancer. They are also a rich source of fiber to improve cholesterol and lower blood pressure.
Sunflower Seeds are also high in protein and rich in polyunsaturated fats and antioxidants that help to reduce bad (LDL) cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes, helps to lower blood pressure, and help to reduce inflammation.
Sesame Seeds are a good source of fiber. They can help to lower bad cholesterol and blood pressure, support bone health, and help to reduce inflammation.
Chia Seeds are packed with fiber and antioxidants, high-quality protein, and Omega-3 fatty acids.
Hemp Seeds are concentrated in Omega-3 fatty acids, high in protein, high in fiber, and also a healthful source of vitamin E and minerals, such as calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium, and zinc.
Ground Almonds and Almond Pieces contain lots of healthy fats, fiber, protein, magnesium, and vitamin E. The health benefits of almonds include lower blood sugar levels, reduced blood pressure, and lower cholesterol levels. They can also reduce hunger and promote weight loss.
Pecans (pieces), like the ingredients above, pack a hefty punch of protein, healthy fats, and fiber! Pecans are also a good source of calcium, magnesium, and potassium, helping to lower blood pressure.
WHAT NON-ALC WINE HARMONIZES WITH KETO CHOCOLATE ALMOND BARS?
Let’s talk wine with Keto Chocolate Almond Bars. Sometimes you may want nothing more than a glass of non alcoholic wine and small, heathy treat. This powerhouse granola bar fits the bill. But it’s sweet. In following a Keto diet or in living a low-carb lifestyle, we don’t want to use up carbs on a glass of wine, especially when we can low sugar and low carb non alcoholic wine! So you have a couple of options. In following a Keto diet or in living a low-carb lifestyle, we don’t want to use up your carbs on a glass of non alcoholic wine. You have a couple of options.
Drink whatever wine you like (as long as it’s bone dry) and don’t worry about pairing the wine to dish. Enjoy your wine the way you like it. If you like to create harmony between the wine and the food, you’ll need some sweetness in the wine to match the sweetness in this Powerhouse Chocolate Almond Bar.
Add a pinch of monk fruit sweetener to your glass. Choose a white non alcoholic white like Riesling or Gewurztraminer or a pink rose. These varieties taste great when bone dry or sweet. So they taste great with the added sweetener. The wine’s sweetness will complement the sweetness in the almond bar.
Zero Alcohol Wine Tips:
ALCOHOL AND KETOSIS:
To support your Keto diet or low-carb lifestyle, opt for quality, non-alcoholic wines that are low-carb and low in sugar. Additionally, alcohol does not align with a keto diet or low-carb lifestyle. Moreover, your liver processes alcohol before nutrients, pausing ketone creation and slowing the ketosis process. Furthermore, your body will metabolize alcohol as fuel before utilizing food, which can decelerate fat burning and may lead to the storage of carbs, fat, and protein as excess body fat. Moreover, alcohol consumption stimulates the appetite, potentially causing overeating.
ALCOHOL AND HEALTH:
Did you know that when you consume alcohol, your liver has to work extra hard to break it down? This can result in damage to your liver. Furthermore, it can elevate your risk of health issues such as inflammation and cancer, particularly with heavy consumption. Additionally, alcohol can disrupt your blood sugar levels, leaving you feeling dehydrated and disrupting your body’s normal functions.
NON-ALCOHOLIC WINE AND HEALTH BENEFITS:
Non-alcoholic wines with minimal carbs and sugar are advantageous for your health. They not only aid in weight management, blood sugar control, and hydration but also contain essential nutrients and antioxidants from grapes that can decrease your risk of health conditions like heart disease. Consequently, since they lack alcohol, they’re ideal for socializing without any adverse effects, promoting feelings of happiness and reduced stress.
WHAT OTHER KETO LOW-CARB RECIPES CAN I ENJOY?
KETO LOW-CARB TUNA-CHEDDAR PASTA CASSEROLE
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU NEED TO PREPARE THIS RECIPE?
Equipment Needed:
- Dry fry pan
- 9-inch baking pan
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Rubber spatula
- Nonstick skillet
- Refrigerator
HOW TO PREPARE CHOCOLATE COCONUT GRANOLA BITES?
KETO LOW-CARB CHOCOLATE GRANOLA BARS
This treat is a little bit higher in carbs due to the unsweetened coconut. So enjoy when you’re living a Keto Low-Carb lifestyle, not trying to get into ketosis!
On a cookie sheet add coconut. Place in 350 F oven and toast until golden, about 10 minutes. Let cool. In a bowl combine 2 cups unsweetened chocolate chips, 2 cups granola, and 2 cups of toasted unsweetened shredded coconut. Place the chocolate chips in a double boiler (or a bowl over a small saucepan with about an inch of water in it) and melt over medium heat, stirring constantly. Stir in sweetener to taste. Mix well. Remove from the heat. Transfer to a bowl. Fold in the granola.
Stick the bowl in the freezer for about 10 minutes, to cool and harden the mix a little bit. It makes it easier to roll the mix into the little bites. Arrange the toasted coconut shavings on a large baking sheet. Using your hands, scoop out a small amount of the chocolate granola mix and roll it around in the shavings, making little balls! Set balls on a plate. Refrigerate until firm.
I made Powerhouse Chocolate Almond Bars using Powerhouse granola.
HOW TO PREPARE KETO LOW-CARB CHOCOLATE ALMOND BARS?
Toast almond slices in dry fry pan oven medium heat, tossing frequently to keep from burning them. When golden, set on a plate to cool.
In a bowl add Powerhouse Granola and almond butter.
First with a spoon and then with your hands pull (coconut, optional), almond butter and granola together to form a dough. Press granola/almond dough into the bottom of a 9-inch baking pan. Set aside.
First with a spoon and then with your hands pull (coconut, optional), almond butter and granola together to form a dough. Press granola/almond dough into the bottom of a 9-inch baking pan. Set aside.
Melt unsweetened chocolate, sweetener of choice, coconut milk in a nonstick skillet. Use a rubber spatula to stir ingredients together.
Pour chocolate over the granola mixture.
While chocolate is still wet, sprinkle sliced almonds over warm chocolate. Press almonds into chocolate. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set. Almond bars taste the best when left to set over 24 hours.
KETO CHOCOLATE ALMOND BARS
- Total Time: 20
- Yield: 24 bars 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Indulge in delicious Keto Chocolate Almond Bars while staying on track with your low-carb lifestyle. Get all the nutritional benefits.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond slices
- 1 cup Powerhouse granola
- 1 cup almond butter
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup almond butter
- 2 cups Keto Low-Carb granola
- 2 cups sugar-free chocolate chips
- 1 cup toasted almond slices
Instructions
- Recipe for Powerhouse Granola
- Toast almond slices in dry fry pan oven medium heat, tossing frequently to keep from burning them. When golden, set on a plate to cool.
- In a bowl add Powerhouse Granola and almond butter.
- First with a spoon and then with your hands pull (coconut, optional), almond butter and granola together to form a dough. Press granola/almond dough into the bottom of a 9-inch baking pan. Set aside.
- First with a spoon and then with your hands pull (coconut, optional), almond butter and granola together to form a dough. Press granola/almond dough into the bottom of a 9-inch baking pan. Set aside.
- Melt unsweetened chocolate and coconut milk in a nonstick skillet. Use a rubber spatula to stir ingredients together.
- Pour chocolate over the granola mixture.
- While chocolate is still wet, sprinkle sliced almonds over warm chocolate. Press almonds into chocolate. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to set. Almond bars taste the best when left to set over 24 hours.
Notes
- The recipe is based on the Keto version and is approximate only. One serving has 6 grams of net carbs.
- (Note: The nutritional information provided is a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the nutritional accuracy of any recipe on this site. We cannot know what brands you use or how accurately you follow the recipe or what you like to add creatively to the dish. Use the information as a general guideline only.)
- Prep Time: 20
- Category: KETO LOW-CARB
- Method: MIXING
- Cuisine: DESSERT
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Bar
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0
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