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Sugar-Free Peanut Butter Bars

ByHannah Peterson

Soft • Rich • Low-Carb • Diabetic-Friendly

These soft and rich peanut butter bars are topped with a smooth sugar-free chocolate layer, making them the perfect low-carb dessert. They’re easy to make, satisfyingly sweet, and ideal for anyone managing blood sugar.

🥣 Ingredients

For the Bars:

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • ½ cup natural peanut butter (no added sugar)
  • ⅓ cup erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
  • ¼ cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • Pinch of salt

For the Topping:

  • ¾ cup sugar-free chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream or coconut cream

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Line an 8×8 baking pan with parchment paper

2️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients

  • Whisk peanut butter, eggs, melted butter, sweetener, and vanilla

3️⃣ Combine Dry Ingredients

  • Add almond flour, baking powder, and salt
  • Mix until a smooth batter forms

4️⃣ Bake

  • Spread evenly in pan
  • Bake for 18–22 minutes until set and lightly golden

5️⃣ Cool

  • Let bars cool completely

6️⃣ Make Topping

  • Melt chocolate chips with cream until smooth

7️⃣ Finish

  • Spread chocolate evenly over bars
  • Chill until set, then slice

🍽️ Serving Ideas

  • Serve chilled for a firmer texture
  • Sprinkle with crushed peanuts or sea salt
  • Pair with coffee or tea ☕

🩺 Blood Sugar Tips

  • Peanut butter provides healthy fats that slow sugar absorption
  • Use sugar-free chocolate with low net carbs
  • Keep portions moderate for best glucose control

📊 Nutrition (Per Bar – approx.)

  • Calories: 190
  • Carbs: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Net Carbs: ~4g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 16g

🥡 Storage

  • Fridge: up to 1 week
  • Freezer: up to 2 months

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