Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350F (180C). Line an 8-inch (20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper (optional: spray or grease the exposed interior sides).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk the almond flour, flaxseed meal, coconut sugar, cinnamon, baking powder and salt.

Step 3

Add the applesauce and vanilla to the bowl. Stir until completely blended.

Step 4

Spread the dough in the prepared pan, smoothing the top.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes until the center is set and the edges are golden brown.

Step 6

Cool completely on a cooling rack. Once cool transfer the pan to the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour (or place in freezer for 15 minutes).

Step 7

Use the parchment paper to remove the bars from the pan. Cut into 16 squares or bars.