Description
Chewy, nutty, and lightly sweet protein bars that are perfect for on-the-go snacks or post-workout fuel.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the peanut butter and honey until smooth. Warm the peanut butter in the microwave if needed to make mixing easier.
- Add the rolled oats, protein powder, and salt. Mix until well combined and the oats are evenly coated. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts if using.
- Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Spread the mixture evenly in the pan and press down firmly.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until set. Lift the set block from the pan using the parchment overhang and cut into 12 bars.
Notes
These bars keep well in the fridge for several days and can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg