Description
Make your own high protein snacks at home with this easy, no-bake recipe. These chewy peanut butter protein bars use only five simple ingredients and are perfect for quick meal prep or on-the-go energy.
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 mini chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, and peanut butter.
- Add the honey or maple syrup to the mixture.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a thick, uniform dough forms. You may need to use your hands to fully incorporate everything.
- Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking dish. Pack it down well to ensure the bars hold their shape.
- If using, sprinkle the mini chocolate chips over the top and gently press them into the surface.
- Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, or until the bars are firm.
- Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the block out of the pan. Cut into 10 even bars.
- Store your homemade protein bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For a vegan option, ensure you use maple syrup instead of honey and a plant-based protein powder.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add one teaspoon of water or milk at a time until it comes together.
- These are excellent for make ahead protein bars; they freeze well for longer storage.
- 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: 95
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 12
- Cholesterol: 0