Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars
A dense, chewy peanut butter protein bar topped with a crisp layer of dark chocolate. A no-bake, high-protein snack perfect for meal prep.
Pin Share Print Servings: 12
Calories: 240kcal
Cost: $8
Equipment
- 1 Square Pan (8x8 inch)
- 1 Mixing bowl (Large)
- 1 Microwave (For melting)
Ingredients
- 1 cup Peanut butter - Creamy, natural
- ½ cup Honey - Or maple syrup
- 1 ½ cups Protein powder - Vanilla flavor
- ½ cup Oat flour - Or almond flour
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract - Pure
- ½ cup Dark chocolate chips - For topping
- 1 teaspoon Coconut oil - For smooth melt
- 1 pinch Sea salt - Optional
Instructions
- Mix peanut butter, honey, and vanilla in a bowl until smooth and combined.
- Stir in protein powder and flour until a stiff, dough-like consistency forms.
- Press the dough firmly into a parchment-lined 8x8 inch square baking pan.
- Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave until smooth.
- Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the top of the peanut butter layer.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set the bar.
- Remove from pan and slice into 12 rectangular bars using a warm knife.
Notes
Use natural peanut butter for the best texture. If the dough is too dry, add a splash of almond milk. Warm your knife before slicing to prevent the chocolate from cracking.
Nutrition
Serving: 60g | Calories: 240kcal (12%) | Carbohydrates: 18g (6%) | Protein: 14g (28%) | Fat: 14g (22%) | Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 5mg (2%) | Sodium: 120mg (5%) | Potassium: 210mg (6%) | Fiber: 3g (13%) | Sugar: 10g (11%) | Calcium: 40mg (4%) | Iron: 1.2mg (7%)