Croustillant aux Amandes

Croustillant aux Amandes is a delightful French dessert that offers a crunchy almond layer enveloped in a light, fruity filling. This healthy treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Ingredients

• Almonds - 100 grams
• Oats - 50 grams
• Honey - 2 tablespoons
• Coconut oil - 1 tablespoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh berries (mixed) - 100 grams
• Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a food processor, combine the almonds and oats until finely ground.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground almond and oat mixture with honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
4. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking tray to form an even layer.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy.
6. While the base is baking, mix the fresh berries with Greek yogurt and lemon juice in a small bowl.
7. Once the base is baked, remove it from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares.
8. Serve the almond squares topped with the berry yogurt mixture.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 10 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in healthy fats from almonds, supporting heart health.
• High in fiber from oats and berries, promoting digestive health.

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