Breastfeeding Friendly Paleo Almond Flour Apple Pie Bars
Warm spiced apples, a golden almond flour crust, and a coconut-walnut crumble on top — this is the kind of dessert that feels indulgent but is built entirely from wholesome, nutrient-dense ingredients. For anyone navigating the hunger and cravings that come with nursing, having a treat like this on hand means you can reach for something satisfying without loading up on refined sugar or processed flour. Almond flour brings healthy fats and protein to every bite, while maple syrup keeps the sweetness natural and the ingredient list clean. The apple filling gets cooked down with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of lemon juice until it's glossy and tender, so every layer has real depth of flavor. Tapioca starch does the quiet work of holding the filling together and giving the crust just enough chew, no grain required. Walnuts in the topping add a satisfying crunch along with omega-3s, which are a genuine bonus during the postpartum period. These bars slice up beautifully after cooling and keep well, making them an easy grab-and-go option for those moments when you need something real, fast.
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12 servings
For the crust and topping
- 2 ½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup tapioca starch
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted and cooled
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
For the apple filling
- 4 medium apples (about 1 ½ lb), peeled, cored, and cut into ¼-inch slices
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp tapioca starch
- 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a 2-inch overhang on the long sides to use as handles for lifting the bars out later.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups almond flour, 1/4 cup tapioca starch, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add the melted coconut oil, 3 tbsp maple syrup, and the egg, then stir until a cohesive, slightly crumbly dough forms.
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