4th of July Sugar Cookie Bars (Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, High Protein)

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Rest Time 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 5 mins
Cooking Method:
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 325  F
Servings: 12
Best Season: Summer
Dietary: Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free, Soy Free
Ingredients
  • 2 cups almond flour (Organic - Use the code KATIE10 for 10% off Prozis almond flour)
  • 30 g protein powder (I used the Truvani organic vanilla chai - Code KATIE10 for 10% off)
  • 1/3 cup monk fruit (Code COOKINGKATIE15 for 15% off Lakanto monk fruit sweeteners)
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp butter (or coconut oil, softened)
  • 4 tbsp Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat, organic)
  • 2 eggs (organic, large)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • Frosting
  • 4 oz cream cheese (organic, softened)
  • 15 g protein powder (I used the Truvani organic vanilla chai - Code KATIE10 for 10% off)
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 tsp almond milk (unsweetened)
  • monk fruit (as/if needed)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 325°F. Line an 8x8 inch square baking dish with parchment paper.

  2. 2
    In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder, monk fruit sweetener, baking powder, and salt.
  3. 3
    Add in the eggs, softened butter, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth with a rubber spatula. The batter will be thick.
  4. 4
    Spread the batter evenly in your prepared baking dish.
  5. 5
    Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the center is puffed up and the edges are lightly golden. Allow the bars to cool completely.
  6. 6
    While the bars cool, make the frosting. In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, protein powder, vanilla extract, and monk fruit sweetener (if desired). Add almond milk slowly, one teaspoon at a time, until you reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  7. 7

    Once the bars are fully cooled, frost them evenly. Optional: Add festive red, white, and blue sprinkles for a patriotic touch!

  8. 8
    Slice into 9 large squares or 12 medium squares.
  9. 9
    Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set, then serve chilled!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Serving Size 1 bar

Amount Per Serving
Calories 192kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g25%
Saturated Fat 4.3g22%
Cholesterol 51.8mg18%
Sodium 135.3mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 5.8g2%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 1.4g
Protein 9g18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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