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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars are a delicious and nutritious no-bake snack packed with protein and healthy fats. Combining creamy peanut butter, rich cocoa, and whey protein powder, these bars offer a satisfying chewy texture with a smooth chocolate drizzle, perfect for on-the-go energy or a post-workout treat.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup peanut butter
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil (for chocolate drizzle)

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups whey protein powder
  • ½ cup collagen peptides
  • 2 cups quick oats
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup peanut butter powder
  • 2 tbsp flaxseed meal
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp sunflower lecithin granules

Chocolate Drizzle

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang to make lifting the bars easier once set. For better cling, chill the parchment in the pan before adding the mixture.
  2. Make the wet mixture: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup peanut butter, ½ cup honey, and ¼ cup coconut oil. Stir continuously for 3–4 minutes until fully melted and smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 tsp vanilla extract to brighten the flavor.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups whey protein powder, ½ cup collagen peptides, 2 cups quick oats, ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ¼ cup peanut butter powder, 2 tbsp flaxseed meal, 1 tbsp chia seeds, ½ tsp salt, and 1 tbsp sunflower lecithin granules until uniform.
  4. Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the warm peanut butter mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir vigorously until all dry powders are moistened and the mixture holds together firmly when pressed, ensuring the bars will maintain their shape.
  5. Press the mixture into the pan: Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared pan. Using parchment or the back of a flat measuring cup, press firmly and evenly to fill every corner for consistent shape and texture.
  6. Refrigerate the bars: Chill the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, allowing the bars to fully set and for the flavors to meld.
  7. Melt chocolate for drizzle: While bars chill, melt ½ cup dark chocolate chips with 1 tbsp coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl using 20-second bursts, stirring between each until smooth and glossy. Remove when still slightly fluid for easy drizzling.
  8. Drizzle chocolate: Remove the set bars from the pan by lifting with the parchment overhang and place on a wire rack set over parchment paper. Evenly drizzle melted chocolate over the bars and return to the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow the drizzle to firm up.
  9. Cut and serve: Once the chocolate drizzle is set, cut the bars into 12 squares using a sharp knife, wiping the blade between cuts for clean edges.

Notes

  • For easier removal, chill the parchment paper in the pan before pressing the mixture.
  • Use natural creamy peanut butter without added sugars for best flavor and texture.
  • Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey to your taste preference.
  • Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • These bars are great pre- or post-workout snacks providing a balance of protein and healthy fats.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/chocolate-peanut-butter-protein-bars-recipe/