Chocolate Raspberry Almond Butter Bars

 Chocolate Raspberry Almond Butter Bars are a deliciously rich dessert with layers of creamy almond butter, tangy raspberry jam, and decadent chocolate. These bars are perfect for anyone who loves the combination of chocolate and fruit with a nutty twist.

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Ingredients

For the Base:

1 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup almond meal or ground almonds

1/4 cup coconut flour (or regular flour)

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 tsp salt

For the Raspberry Layer:

1/2 cup raspberry jam or preserves

1 tbsp lemon juice (optional, for extra tang)

For the Chocolate Topping:

1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark chocolate)

2 tbsp almond butter (or peanut butter)

1 tbsp coconut oil (or butter, for smoothness)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Base

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. In a bowl, combine the oats, almond meal, coconut flour, maple syrup (or honey), almond butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until everything is fully combined and forms a thick dough.

3. Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, forming an even layer.

4. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the base is lightly golden and firm. Allow it to cool slightly.

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2. Prepare the Raspberry Layer

1. Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the cooled base layer. If you want a bit more tartness, mix in the lemon juice with the jam before spreading.

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3. Prepare the Chocolate Topping

1. In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate chips, almond butter, and coconut oil together over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and fully melted.

2. Once melted, pour the chocolate mixture over the raspberry layer, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.

3. If desired, sprinkle a few chopped almonds on top for added texture.

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4. Chill the Bars

Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until the chocolate topping is set and the bars have firmed up.

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5. Cut and Serve

Once chilled, remove the bars from the pan using the parchment paper and cut them into squares or rectangles.

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Serve

These Chocolate Raspberry Almond Butter Bars are perfect for a sweet snack, a dessert, or even a healthy-ish treat to satisfy your cho

colate cravings. The combination of the almond butter, raspberry, and chocolate is truly irresistible!