Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars are a delicious and nutritious treat packed with protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness. They are an excellent option for those looking to increase their protein intake, whether for post-workout recovery or as a satisfying snack on-the-go.

Course Snack

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Chill Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings bars

Calories 241kcal

Author Whitney Wright

Ingredients

3/4 cup creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup honey
2 tablespoons coconut oil
2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
2 tablespoons ground flax seed
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

Line an 8x8” pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to allow for easy removal.
Place the peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil in a large microwave safe bowl. Heat in 30 second increments, stirring well after each, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
Add the oats, chocolate protein powder, flaxseed meal, and kosher salt to the peanut butter mixture. Stir to combine.
Stir in the chocolate chips. If you don’t want the chocolate chips to melt right away, chill the oat mixture in the refrigerator for a few minutes prior to stirring in the chocolate chips.
Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan, doing your best to keep it even.
Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
Using the edges of the parchment, remove the bars from the pan. Place on a cutting board and cut to your desired size. You can cut them into larger bars, or smaller squares.
Enjoy!

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Notes

I like to put the mini chocolate chips in the freezer prior to stirring them into the dough, this doesn't prevent them from fully melting, but it does slow it down a bit!

Store the bars in the refrigerator, wrapped, or in an airtight container. Will last for 10 days. Can also store in the freezer for longer.

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