PJ&B Bars
Servings: 15 Prep Time: 10 minutes Bake Time: 15 minutes Chill Time: 1+ hourWhat the heck are PJ&B bars?!?! Well, honestly its a lack of a better name for these insanely delicious bars that Brendan and I created a few weeks back. We were looking for a healthy fat bomb that would satiate and help keep our bodies in a state of “Fasting” for longer. How does that work? The ingredients in the bar are dietary fats that keep the brain and hormones happy. They are used as an energy source.
This updated recipe was created yesterday with my mom when she was visiting. So while we have added a bit more of a binder (nut butter) and increased the healthy fats, it’s still a great bite. A little goes a long way and you’ll find its the easiest on the go breakfast or prefect granola swap for that higher-carb option you might have in your cupboard.
Choose the nut mixture provided below or mix and match your favorites! Keep in mind that ALL nut butters ideally should be single ingredient and BONUS for organic. In terms of nuts, go raw and unsalted!
SAVER TIP: stock up in the bulk section at your grocery store. Use nuts that are on sale.
Ingredients
1 cup raw almonds
1 cup raw macadamia nuts
1 cup raw pecans
1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
1/2 cup cacao nibs
1/4 cup raw organic honey (local is great!)
1/2 cup nut butter (I used almond butter to avoid peanuts overpowering the other nuts in taste)
1 Tablespoon coconut oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
Method
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a food processor, combine all the dry ingredients. Make sure they are chopped to similar sizes. You don’t want it completely ground to flour.
Add in the wet ingredients and continue to combine.
Press into a pan of your choice. If you want it loose for granola you can even spread on a parchment lined baking sheet. If you want bars, firmly press down until well packed.
Bake at 350 for 15 minutes. Let cool to room temp. If making granola, store in an air tight container and keep in the pantry or counter. If making bars, place in the fridge to harden for at least an hour. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Macronutrient Breakdown
194 calories Protein: 3 grams Fat: 17.5 grams
Carbohydrates: 9 grams Dietary Fiber: 2.5 grams Sugar: 6 grams
