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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars: Your New Favorite Snack!

Delicious and nutritious Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars, perfect for a quick snack or post-workout boost.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup protein powder vanilla or chocolate
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips optional

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix well.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined. If using, fold in the chocolate chips.
  4. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly into an even layer.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
  7. Once set, lift the bars out of the dish using the parchment paper and cut into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 50mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8g

Notes

  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • Add in dried fruits, such as cranberries or raisins, for added texture and flavor.

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