Servings: 12 protein bars
Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Peanut Butter Protein Bars made with wholesome ingredients like oats, medjool dates, and protein powder.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups medjool dates pitted
- 1 cup quick oats or finely ground almond flour
- 1 cup protein powder or more almond flour*
- ½ cup unsweetened peanut butter
- 4 Tbsp hemp seeds
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract*
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ cup water*
Chocolate Layer:
- 1 ⅓ cup chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp unsalted butter or coconut oil
Instructions
- Transfer the oats to a food processor and blend them to chop them finer.
- Add the remaining ingredients for the peanut butter layer to the food processor. Process until a thick dough forms.
- Press the peanut butter mixture into a parchment-lined 8-inch square pan, creating an even layer.
- Microwave the chocolate chips and butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 20-second intervals, stirring well in between each interval, until melted (about 60-80 seconds total).
- Spread the melted chocolate mixture over the peanut butter layer evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the chocolate has set up.
- Pull on the parchment paper to release the whole batch from the dish and transfer to a cutting board. Use a sharp knife to cut the protein bars into individual portions. Enjoy!
- Store protein bars in a zip lock bag or an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
Notes
*You can omit the vanilla extract if you’re using a vanilla flavored protein powder.
**If you’re omitting the protein powder and using more almond flour, reduce the water to 2 tablespoons unless more water is needed for blending.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Bar (of 12), Calories: 295kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 13g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 4g, Cholesterol: 13mg, Sodium: 156mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 22g