Perhaps one of the most surprising and delicious combinations I’ve ever tried, the Pistachio Peppermint bars are salty, sweet and everything in between. They have a great balance of carbs and fats and pair with any protein of your choice for a fully balanced meal plan approved meal.
You’ll need a food processor and the following ingredients:
1 cup of old fashioned oats
1 cup + 1/4 cup pistachios
1/2 cup shredded coconut (divided in half)
2 TBSP olive, avocado or coconut oil
2 TBSP maple syrup
5 peppermint candies (crushed)
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. In a food processor pulse the oats, 1 cup pistachios and 1/4 cup coconut until a finely ground mixture. Add in the oil and syrup continue to run the food processor until the mixture is thick but moist. Sometimes I add 1-2 TBSP of egg whites if it’s not moist enough. Spread the mixture into an 8×8 pan and use plastic wrap to evenly spread with your hand if necessary. Then take the remaining pistachios, coconut and crushed peppermint and sprinkle on top. Use your hand/plastic wrap to push the topping into the batter. Bake for approximately 10 minutes – depending on your oven a little less or a little more but careful not to overbake and dry them out. Each batch makes 8 servings (picture is a double batch).
Nutrition facts: 177 calories, 15 g carbs, 12 g Fat and 4 g protein
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