Description
These Coconut Keto Clusters Vegan are a delicious and healthy low-carb snack perfect for anyone following a vegan or keto lifestyle. Packed with unsweetened shredded coconut, nuts, seeds, and sweetened naturally with sugar-free maple-flavored syrup, these clusters are baked to a golden crisp. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, and suitable for anyone looking for a sugar-free, energy-boosting treat.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 cup raw almonds, chopped
- 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup sugar-free maple-flavored syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Optional
- 1/4 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy clean-up.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened shredded coconut, chopped raw almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds evenly.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, almond butter, sugar-free maple-flavored syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sea salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are fully coated and sticky.
- Form Clusters: Scoop small portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and gently press them together to form clusters of your desired size.
- Bake Clusters: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 18 minutes. Halfway through baking, gently stir or turn the clusters to ensure even browning. Bake until they turn a golden brown color.
- Cool Completely: Remove the clusters from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. Cooling crisps the clusters to the perfect texture.
- Add Chocolate (Optional): If using, melt the sugar-free dark chocolate chips and drizzle the chocolate over the cooled clusters for added flavor and decoration.
- Store: Once cooled and decorated, store the clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week to maintain freshness and crispness.
Notes
- You can substitute pecans or walnuts for the almonds if preferred.
- For extra crunch, add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds to the mixture.
- Ensure the coconut oil and almond butter are well melted for easier mixing.
- The sugar-free maple-flavored syrup keeps the clusters low-carb and keto-friendly; do not substitute with regular syrup if following keto.
- Store clusters in a cool, dry place to maintain crispness; refrigeration may cause them to soften.
