Dairy Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Dairy Free Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

If you are a dairy free breastfeeding mama with a sweet tooth then this recipe is for you. As Mother’s we sacrifice so much for our babies and sometimes this includes our favorite foods. Breastfeeding is challenging enough, throw in baby’s dairy sensitivity and it can just about feel like the end of the world. On top of constantly being hungry you now have to watch what you eat for the sake of your baby. It can be so disheartening when all you want is a sweet treat but there is nothing that fits your dietary restrictions. It can be difficult to overcome all the feelings that come with this constant struggle but let me encourage you,

• Your body is creating a very specialized milk for your baby

• You are accomplishing something that only YOU can do for your baby

• Be proud and know that you are a rockstar

• Give yourself GRACE, giving up dairy or any other food triggers is harder than anyone could ever imagine

• Lastly, shift your perspective. Focus on all the things you can have and try to be creative with food

Now, after you have reflected on what an amazing mom you are go reward yourself and make this delicious treat!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup of melted coconut oil (you could do 3/4 if you prefer softer bars)

• 1 cup of packed light brown sugar (or coconut brow sugar)

• 1 egg (room temperature)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 cups of all purpose Einkorn Flour (Jovial brand can be found at HEB or Whole Foods)

• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda

• 1 teaspoon of baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt ( We love Redmond’s )

• 1 cup of dairy free chocolate chips

Instructions:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees

• In a large bowl mix coconut oil, brown sugar, egg and vanilla

• Add the rest of the ingredients minus the chocolate.

• Mix until just combined then you can gently fold in the chocolate chips

• Transfer the mixture into an 8x8 baking dish lined with parchment paper

• Bake for 20-22 minutes

• Once you pull your treat out of the oven garnish it with flaky sea salt and enjoy!

Share these with another mama who may be going through the same struggle as you. There is comfort to be found in knowing you are not the only one having a hard time.