Xanthan Gum Free Paleo Almond Flour Apple Pie Bars
These apple pie bars deliver everything you love about a classic fall dessert — warm cinnamon-spiced apples, a golden crumbly crust, and a coconut-walnut topping that crackles just right out of the oven. The entire recipe is built on almond flour and tapioca starch, so there's no need for any gums or binders that can sneak into conventional gluten-free baking mixes. Tapioca starch does double duty here, helping the crust hold together and thickening the apple filling into a glossy, luscious glaze without any additives. Coconut oil and maple syrup keep everything naturally sweetened and richly flavored, while fresh lemon juice brightens the filling so it never tastes heavy or one-note. The par-bake method for the crust is a smart move — it ensures a firm, sturdy base that won't turn soggy under all those tender apple slices. Shredded coconut and chopped walnuts folded into the topping add texture and a subtle nuttiness that makes each bite feel genuinely special. Cut into bars, these are easy to pack, share, or quietly eat straight from the pan while they're still warm.
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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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