Easy Homemade Protein Power Bars! 💪
Satisfy cravings with these wholesome bars, packed with flavor and nutritious goodness.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- 8x8-inch Pan
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups peanut butter or your preferred allergy-friendly butter
- 3/4 cup protein powder approx. 90g
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 4 ounces melted chocolate chips optional, for coating
- 2 teaspoons oil like coconut oil (optional, for smoother finish)
Instructions
- Ensure you like the taste of your protein powder, as it's key to the bar's flavor.
- In a bowl, combine the peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup (or honey), and salt.
- Stir vigorously until the ingredients come together and form a cohesive dough.
- You can either shape this mixture into individual bars by hand or press it evenly into an 8x8 inch pan lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate the mixture until it's completely chilled and firm, typically about 30 minutes to an hour.
- For an optional chocolate coating, melt the chocolate chips. For a smoother finish, you can stir in 2 teaspoons of oil (like coconut oil).
- Spread the melted chocolate over the entire surface of the chilled mixture in the pan before cutting, or dip each bar individually into the chocolate.
- Return the bars to the refrigerator briefly to allow the chocolate coating to set. Once firm, cut into 10 bars and enjoy your healthy snack!
Notes
Nutrition per bar: Calories: 160 kcal, Total Carbs: 5.8 g, Net Carbs: 4 g, Fats: 11 g, Protein: 12 g.
