Description
You can make these simple, chewy homemade protein bars without turning on the oven. They are perfect for quick meal prep and satisfying high protein snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional topping)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, and peanut butter.
- Pour in the honey or maple syrup. Mix everything together thoroughly until a thick, uniform dough forms. You may need to use your hands to fully incorporate the ingredients.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Press down firmly to ensure the bars hold their shape.
- If using, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the top layer.
- Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to cut.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the block out of the dish. Cut into 10 to 12 bars. Store your no bake protein bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- For a vegan option, use maple syrup and a plant-based protein powder.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add 1 teaspoon of water or milk at a time until it binds.
- These are excellent for make ahead protein bars and stay fresh for up to one week in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 85
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 0