Protein Bar
Fuel your day with these simple, no-bake Protein Bars, a wholesome snack packed with nutritious ingredients and tailored for an active lifestyle. Made with a hearty base of rolled oats and your choice of vanilla or chocolate protein powder, these bars are infused with creamy peanut butter (or almond butter) and naturally sweetened with honey for the perfect balance of flavor and energy. A touch of milk binds everything together, while dark chocolate chips add a hint of indulgence. Optional mix-ins like chopped nuts and chia seeds boost texture and nutrients, making these bars a powerhouse of plant-based protein and healthy fats. Requiring just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking, they’re perfect for busy mornings, post-workout refuels, or on-the-go snacking. Store them in the fridge or freezer to always have a satisfying, homemade protein snack at your fingertips!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup milk (any type)
- 0.33 cup dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and protein powder. If using chopped nuts or chia seeds, stir them in as well.
Add the peanut butter and honey to the dry ingredients. Mix until the ingredients start to come together.
Gradually add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, mixing well to form a dough-like consistency. The mixture should be sticky but firm enough to hold its shape.
Line a baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches) with parchment paper.
Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared dish using a spatula or your hands.
Sprinkle the dark chocolate chips on top and press them lightly into the surface.
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up the bars.
Once set, lift the mixture out of the dish using the parchment paper and slice into 12 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 |
308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 17.5 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 304 mg | 6% | |
*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.
