Barrinhas do Algarve

Preparation time: 10 minutes | Cooling time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup coconut oil 
• 1/4 cup almond butter 
• 1/2 cup agave syrup 
• 1/2 cup carob flour 
• Pinch of salt 
• 1 1/2 cups puffed quinoa or millet 
• 1/2 cup roasted and chopped almonds 
• 1/3 cup chopped dried figs 
• 1/4 cup toasted pumpkin seeds 

Instructions

1. Gently heat the coconut oil, almond butter, agave syrup, and a pinch of salt over low heat until melted and well combined. 

2. Stir in the carob flour and puffed quinoa or millet, mixing thoroughly. 

3. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spread the mixture evenly on the tray. 

4. Add the roasted almonds, chopped figs, and pumpkin seeds, pressing the mixture firmly into a solid mass with your hands. 

5. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set. Once firm, cut into bars. 

**Note:** The bars can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.