Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Fuel your day with these irresistible Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars, a no-bake powerhouse of flavor and nutrition! Packed with wholesome rolled oats, rich chocolate protein powder, and creamy natural peanut butter, these protein bars are naturally sweetened with honey and elevated by a sprinkle of sea salt for the perfect balance of salty and sweet. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe requires no cooking—simply mix, press, and chill for a batch of chewy, chocolatey goodness. Studded with dark chocolate chips and a hint of vanilla, these bars are ideal as a post-workout snack, on-the-go breakfast, or guilt-free dessert. Plus, they’re easy to store, making them a meal-prep favorite for the week. Try these high-protein, nutrient-dense bars to satisfy cravings while staying energized!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup protein powder (chocolate flavor)
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.333 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and chocolate protein powder. Mix well to ensure the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add the natural peanut butter and honey. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring each time, until the mixture is warm and smooth.
Stir the almond milk and vanilla extract into the peanut butter and honey mixture until well combined.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Use a spatula or your hands to mix everything together until it forms a thick, dough-like consistency.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the lined pan, making sure to pack it down well to create solid bars.
Sprinkle the sea salt evenly over the top for added flavor.
Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture is firm enough to cut into bars.
Once chilled, remove the block of bars from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 10 equal-sized bars.
Store the protein bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.5 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.5 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 80 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 2839 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 344.6 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.5 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.7 g | ||
| Protein | 293.6 g | 587% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1257 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 36.8 mg | 204% | |
| Potassium | 4321 mg | 92% | |
*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.
