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    Home » Recipes » Diet » Dairy-Free » Tagalong Bars

    Published: Apr 29, 2020 · Modified: Apr 29, 2020 by Ansley Beutler

    Tagalong Bars

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    Overhead image of several Tagalong Bars cut into squares and arranged on parchment paper.  A small clear bowl of peanut butter with a spoon is in the background.

    Just when you thought Tagalongs couldn't get any better! These bars have a layer of crisp, buttery shortbread with a smooth peanut butter center and topped off with a generous coating of dark chocolate. All the deliciousness of the beloved cookie wrapped up in a bar! Made with only 5 main simple ingredients, these cookies are vegan, gluten-free, and have paleo-friendly options!

    Side view image of several Tagalong Bars cut into squares and mounded on top of one another on parchment paper on a white marble slab.  A small bowl of peanut butter is in the background.

    We are back with another Girl Scout Cookie inspired treat! Although Thin Mints will always be my day 1, Tagalongs will forever have a piece of my heart too. I mean...it's chocolate and peanut butter, how could you not love them?!

    Side view image of four Tagalong Bars cut into square and stacked on top of one another.  They are sitting on white parchment paper.  Additional squares are in the background.
    Image of several Tagalong Bars cut into squares and arranged on white parchment paper on a white marble slab.  Two glasses of milk can be seen in the background.

    Healthy Homemade Tagalong Bars

    There are 3 main components to the all mighty Tagalong and we take each and put a healthier spin on it:

    • The shortbread cookie on the bottom - this is what holds it all together. In this recipe, we use an almond flour based cookie dough that is perfectly crisp and buttery
    • A layer of silky smooth peanut butter in the middle - my personal favorite part. I love to use an all natural creamy peanut butter for these bars so I know there aren't any unwanted additives or oils. To make this recipe paleo-friendly, swap the peanut butter for cashew butter!
    • Coated in a luscious chocolate coating - basically the icing on top of the cake. Since we're making bars, we add a thick layer of melted rich dark chocolate on top. The key here is to let the chocolate set just the right amount before cutting into squares (more on this below)
    Overhead photo of the Tagalong Bars cut into squares and separated slightly.  One square is turned on its side.
    Side view close up image of a single Tagalong Bar cut into a square sitting on parchment paper.  Additional squares can be seen in the background.

    Tips for making perfect Tagalong Bars

    • Let the shortbread layer cool before spreading the peanut butter on top. This prevents it from melting and creating a pool of peanut butter
    • Once you spread your peanut butter on top, transfer the baking pan to the freezer to allow the peanut butter to solidify just a bit while you make the chocolate
    • My go-to fool-proof way to melt chocolate like a pro is with a make-shift double boiler. Fill a small pot with water about ¼ of the way full and heat over medium-low heat. Place your chocolate in a skillet and place on top of the pot of water. As the water begins to steam, the indirect heat will melt the chocolate perfectly. Limited risk of burning the chocolate and it's the perfect texture every time
    • To achieve a clean cut when slicing these bars into squares, you want to let the chocolate cool just enough so that the chocolate isn't runny but hasn't completely solidified
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    Tagalong Bars


    • Author: Ansley Beutler
    • Total Time: 1 hour
    • Yield: 16 Bars 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Just when you thought Tagalongs couldn't get any better!  These bars have a layer of crisp, buttery shortbread with a smooth peanut butter center and topped off with a generous coating of dark chocolate.  All the deliciousness of the beloved cookie wrapped up in a bar!  Made with only 5 main simple ingredients, these cookies are vegan, gluten-free, and have paleo-friendly options!


    Ingredients

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    • 2 cups almond flour
    • ½ tsp baking soda
    • ¼ tsp sea salt
    • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted then cooled
    • ¼ maple syrup
    • 1 tsp vanilla
    • ¾ cup creamy peanut butter
    • 1 13-oz bag dark chocolate chips

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350 F.  In a bowl, mix the almond flour, baking soda, and sea salt together until combined; set aside

    2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.  Slowly fold in the flour mixture and stir until well combined.  Press the dough evenly into an 8 x 8 baking pan lined with parchment paper; bake in oven for 15 minutes until golden; cool for 15 minutes before adding the layer of peanut butter

    3. Spread the peanut butter on top of the baked cookie layer and set in fridge while you prepare the chocolate.  Fill a small pot of water about ¼ of the way full and heat over medium-low heat.  Place the chocolate in a skillet and set on top of pot.  Stir the chocolate until melted.  Pour evenly over top of peanut butter layer and set in fridge for about 30 minutes until the chocolate coating has set (not solidified)*

    4. Cut into squares and enjoy immediately or store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to a month

    Notes

    *Note : To achieve a clean cut when slicing these bars into squares, you want to let the chocolate cool just enough so that the chocolate isn't runny but hasn't completely solidified

    • Prep Time: 45
    • Cook Time: 15
    • Category: Bars
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 Bar
    • Calories: 200
    • Fat: 16
    • Carbohydrates: 13
    • Protein: 5

    Keywords: Tagalong Bars, Healthy Tagalongs, Gluten-free, Vegan

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