Description
Delicious and healthy homemade protein bars in 5 customizable flavors, perfect for a quick snack or post-workout energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
- 2 cups of rolled oats (gluten-free, if necessary)
- 1/4 cup of maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1/2 cup of protein powder (plant-based for a vegan option)
- 1/4 cup of chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, or pecans)
- 1/2 cup of dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
- Flavorings: cocoa powder, vanilla extract, or spices (cinnamon, nutmeg)
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prep your workspace: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix together the base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the nut butter and maple syrup.
- Add dry ingredients: Gradually mix in the rolled oats, protein powder, salt, and flavorings.
- Incorporate nuts and fruit: Fold in the chopped nuts and dried fruit.
- Press and pack: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and firmly pack it down.
- Chill and slice: Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set, then slice into squares.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer-lasting energy. Use a hot knife to slice for easier cutting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg