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Paleo Samoa Cookie Bars

Paleo Samoa Cookie Bars

An easy 3-ingredient caramel combined with a simple cookie base makes these paleo samoa cookie bars a nostalgic and healthy treat!

Ingredients
  

Base Cookie Layer
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
Coconut Caramel Layer
  • cup almond butter
  • ½ cup + 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
Chocolate Drizzle
  • ¼ cup chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350℉
  2. Start by making the base layer by combining the almond flour, coconut flour, salt, vanilla, 1/4 cup melted coconut oil, and 2 tablespoons maple syrup in a medium bowl.
  3. Mix until fully combined and press into a parchment lined loaf pan. Use a spatula if necessary to even out/flatten the dough.
  4. Bake for 14-16 minutes or until the dough is set and the top starts to turn golden brown.
  5. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
  6. While the base is cooling, make your coconut caramel layer by combining the almond butter, 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and 1/4 cup melted coconut oil.
  7. Stir until fully combined and then mix in the shredded coconut.*
  8. Pour over completely cooled base layer and place in freezer about 2 hours or until set completely.
  9. Once the bars have set completely, melt ¼ cup chocolate chips with the remaining 1 teaspoon coconut oil.
  10. Cut to desired size/shape (I usually slice into ½" bars), drizzle with chocolate and enjoy!

Notes

*Traditionally, Samoa bars have toasted coconut. If you want to toast the coconut, simply place it in the oven at 350 degrees or toast in a toaster oven until golden, stirring occasionally. Watch carefully, because it can burn quickly! I usually make them the lazy way without toasting and they're still delicious. 
*I generally keep these in the freezer and let them thaw at room temperature for a few minutes before enjoying!