Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 46g vanilla protein powder
or 1/2 cup protein powder
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chocolate chunks
- 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
melted
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tsp flaky sea salt
Directions
- 1
In a bowl, add almond flour, protein powder, cinnamon and sea salt.
- 2
Add creamy peanut butter and maple syrup. Mix together to combine. You may want to use your hands here to fully combine.
- 3
Add mini chocolate chips. Mix together.
- 4
In a parchment paper lined 8x8 dish, add mix. Press firmly down to fill the bottom of this dish.
- 5
Place in the freezer for 1 hr.
- 6
Mix chocolate chunks with coconut oil to melt.
- 7
Pour on top of dish to coat. Top with flaky sea salt.
- 8
Place in the freezer for 3-4 hrs before cutting.
- 9
Enjoy!
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About this Recipe
Craving a wholesome snack that tastes like a decadent treat? These homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars deliver on both deliciousness and convenience, making them perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth any time of day.
You'll love how effortlessly these bars come together. Made with just a few simple ingredients and mixed all in one bowl, they offer a customizable and satisfying alternative to store-bought options without any fuss. The ingenious combination of ingredients ensures a perfectly chewy bar every time.
Prepare for a delightful blend of rich, creamy peanut butter, the sweet hint of vanilla protein, and a warm whisper of cinnamon, all studded with a generous mix of mini chocolate chips and chunks. The crucial addition of flaky sea salt on top provides a crucial counterpoint, enhancing every bite and balancing the sweetness. These bars have a dense, satisfying texture that’s incredibly chewy, making them an ideal pick-me-up or a post-meal treat. While the active preparation is incredibly quick, a good chill time ensures they set perfectly, delivering a firm, sliceable bar.
Feel free to get creative with your protein bars! You can easily swap creamy peanut butter for almond butter or cashew butter for a different nutty profile. Experiment with flavored protein powder beyond vanilla, or adjust the amount of maple syrup to your preferred sweetness level. For extra texture and crunch, consider adding chopped nuts or seeds to the mix.
These convenient bars are fantastic for meal prep, ready to grab as a quick breakfast on the go, a post-workout refuel, or a satisfying afternoon snack. They also make a surprisingly lovely, easy dessert when you want something sweet without a lot of effort.