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Lemon Lavender Almond Protein Bar

This Lemon Lavender Almond Protein Bar combines almond protein powder (defatted almond flour), hulled hemp hearts, dried apricots, lemon extract and lavender to create a light, subtly sweet and nutty snack bar with 10 grams of protein per serving.
Featuring California Almonds

Recipe developed by Chef Christine Farkas on behalf of the Almond Board of California

Serves: 16 bars

Ingredients

160 g	Unflavored almond protein powder
100 g	Sliced almonds, blanched
50 g	Hulled hemp hearts
¾ tsp	Sea salt
Pinch of	Citric acid
500 g	Dried apricots
2 tsp	Lemon extract (sunflower oil, lemon oil) OR Zest of 1 large lemon
2 ½ tsp	Lavender flowers, food grade
	Garnish
43 g	Sliced almonds with skin, toasted
2 tsp	Dried lavender flowers, food grade

Step 1
Combine almond flour, almonds, hemp, sea salt and citric acid in processor and pulse until the nuts and seeds have broken down into smaller pieces.Combine almond flour, almonds, hemp, sea salt and citric acid in processor and pulse until the nuts and seeds have broken down into smaller pieces.
Step 2
Add the apricots, lavender and lemon extract and pulse until a smooth consistency has been reached.
Step 3
Press mixture firmly into a lined tray (10” x 12” or similar), ensuring the mixture is pressed down into the edges and corners. Depth should be less than ½ inch.
Step 4
Sprinkle the garnish of toasted almond and lavender on top and press into the mixture fully and evenly. Cover with wrap and chill until solid, approximately 2 hours.
Step 5
Cut into 16 rectangles and enjoy.

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Lemon Lavender Almond Protein Bar

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