Craving a sweet treat but sticking to your keto lifestyle? Look no further! These Instant Pot Keto Almond Bars are your new best friend. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch of soft, chewy, and utterly satisfying bars that are packed with healthy fats and flavor, not carbs. The Instant Pot makes this recipe incredibly simple, steaming them to perfection without ever turning on your oven. Get ready to fall in love with your new favorite guilt-free snack!
Ingredients
• 1 ¼ cups / 140g almond flour
• ¼ cup / 30g coconut flour
• ½ cup / 113g coconut oil, melted
• 2 tbsp / 32g almond butter
• ¼ tsp / 1.5g salt
• 3 tbsp / 36g Swerve or other erythritol-based sweetener
• 1 tsp / 5ml vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup / 240ml water (for Instant Pot)
Instructions
1. Directions
2. Prep the Pot: Place the metal trivet inside your Instant Pot’s stainless steel insert. Pour 1 cup of water into the bottom.
3. Mix the Dough: In a food processor, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, melted coconut oil, almond butter, salt, Swerve, and vanilla extract. Pulse until the mixture has a sandy texture. Add the eggs and process again until a smooth dough forms.
4. Form the Bars: Line a small, oven-safe baking pan (one that fits inside your Instant Pot) with parchment paper, leaving some overhang to act as handles. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the pan.
5. Cook in the Instant Pot: Gently lower the pan onto the trivet. Cover the top of the pan loosely with another piece of parchment paper or foil to prevent condensation from dripping onto the dough.
6. Pressure Cook: Secure the Instant Pot lid and turn the steam release handle to the ‘Sealing’ position. Select the ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ button and set the timer for 15 minutes on high pressure.
7. Natural Release & Cool: Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes before carefully turning the valve to ‘Venting’ to release any remaining steam.
8. Chill and Serve: Using oven mitts, carefully lift the pan out of the Instant Pot. Let it cool completely to room temperature, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least one hour. This step is crucial for the bars to set. Once firm, use the parchment paper handles to lift the block out, slice into 6 bars, and enjoy!
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition Facts
• Serving Size: 1 bar
• Calories: 253
• Total Fat: 25.7g
• Net Carbs: 1.5g
• Protein: 4.6g
• Fiber: 1.4g
Pro Tips
• Pan choice is key. Use a 6-inch or 7-inch pan that fits comfortably inside your Instant Pot. A push pan or springform pan can make removal even easier.
• Don’t skip the chill time. These bars are very soft when warm. Refrigerating for at least an hour allows them to firm up perfectly for slicing and holding their shape.
• Customize your bars. Feel free to mix in sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or a dash of cinnamon into the dough before pressing it into the pan for extra flavor and texture.
FAQ
Q: Why are my keto almond bars so soft
A: These bars are naturally very soft right after cooking in the Instant Pot. It is crucial to let them cool completely and then chill them in the refrigerator for at least one hour. This step allows them to firm up perfectly so they can be sliced and hold their shape.
Q: Can I make these almond bars in the oven instead
A: This recipe is specifically designed for the Instant Pot, which steams the bars for a unique soft and chewy texture. We do not provide oven-baking instructions as it would significantly change the final result.
Q: What kind of pan works best in the Instant Pot
A: Use a small, oven-safe pan that fits comfortably inside your Instant Pot, such as a 6-inch or 7-inch round pan. For even easier removal, a push pan or a springform pan is an excellent choice.
Q: How can I customize this keto bar recipe
A: You can easily add extra flavor and texture. Try mixing sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped pecans, or a dash of cinnamon directly into the dough before pressing it into the pan and cooking.
