High Protein Fruit and Nut Bars
Elevate your snack game with these High Protein Fruit and Nut Bars—an irresistible blend of wholesome ingredients perfect for fueling your day! Packed with hearty rolled oats, crunchy almonds, sweet dried cranberries, and apricots, these no-bake bars are enriched with protein powder to satisfy hunger and support your fitness goals. Natural peanut butter and honey provide a creamy, subtly sweet binding, while a hint of vanilla and coconut oil adds richness. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, these nutrient-dense bars are ideal for busy mornings, post-workout snacks, or on-the-go energy boosts. Enjoy them fresh from the fridge for up to a week—your new favorite homemade protein snack awaits!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup Almonds, roughly chopped
- 1 cup Dried cranberries
- 1 cup Dried apricots, chopped
- 1 cup Protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 cup Natural peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Line an 8x8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, protein powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil. Microwave for 30-45 seconds or until everything is melted and can be easily stirred together.
Add the vanilla extract to the melted mixture and stir well.
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Stir until everything is evenly coated and mixed together.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Using a spatula or your hands, press the mixture firmly into an even layer. Make sure to press down hard to avoid crumbly bars.
Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are firm.
Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Place on a cutting board and cut into 12 equal bars.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.7 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 18 mg | 6% | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.1 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 469 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
