Description
These delicious and nutritious homemade chocolate protein bars offer a smooth, rich texture with a perfect balance of chocolatey goodness and protein-packed ingredients. They make for a great on-the-go snack or a post-workout treat that’s both satisfying and energizing!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup dark chocolate (melted, for coating)
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, mix protein powder, almond flour, cocoa powder, and sea salt.
- Add peanut butter, honey, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Stir until a thick dough forms.
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Shape the Bars:
- Press the dough into a lined baking pan, smoothing it evenly.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm.
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Coat with Chocolate:
- Melt the dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler.
- Slice the bars and dip each one into the melted chocolate, coating fully.
- Place on parchment paper.
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Set & Serve:
- Refrigerate for 15 minutes until the chocolate hardens.
- Enjoy your homemade protein bars!
Notes
- For a firmer texture, store in the fridge or freezer.
- Swap peanut butter for cashew or sunflower butter for an allergy-friendly option.
- Add chopped nuts or shredded coconut for extra crunch.
- Use stevia-sweetened chocolate for a lower-sugar version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- chill time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snack Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
