No-Bake Lime & Coconut Macaroon Bars with Lime Essential Oil

These bars are quick and easy to make and really yummy. The culinary lime oil really adds a tangy zing! You can also make balls, if you prefer from this recipe. To increase the protein in the bars you can add in ½ cup Young Living Balance Complete or other protein powder.

TIP When topping the bars with the shredded coconut try toasting some of it first which will make the bars look and taste more like a baked macaroon. You could also use finely ground macadamia nuts in place of the almond meal and macadamia nut butter in place of the almond butter or tahini. You can use peanut butter in place of the tahini or almond butter; however, it will have a strong peanut flavour.

NOTE Use a smaller rectangle (approx. 12.5 x 18cm) or square (approx. 15 x 15cm) tin for the bars. The height of the bar depends on the surface space of your container. You can also use glass or plastic as you’ll be lining with baking paper for easy removal. Citrus oils can be added a little more freely than other culinary oils, but still add a few of drops to start then taste and add more, if desired. Try using other citrus oils each time you make these to find your favourites.