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Homemade Protein Bars Recipe

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These homemade protein bars are a quick and nutritious snack, combining protein powder, peanut butter, oat flour, and Greek yogurt into a smooth dough that's refrigerated and sliced into convenient bars. Perfect for a post-workout boost or a healthy on-the-go treat, these bars can be customized with chocolate chips and sweetened with maple syrup or honey.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 9-12 bars (depending on slicing size)

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup (100 g) protein powder
  • ⅓ cup (30 g) oat flour or almond flour
  • ⅓ tsp salt (skip if using salted peanut butter)
  • 3 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup (80 g) peanut butter or almond butter
  • ¼ cup (60 g) Greek yogurt or nondairy yogurt
  • 3 tbsp (60 g) maple syrup or honey, plus more for sweetener bars

Instructions

  1. Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mix the protein powder, oat flour, peanut butter, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and salt if using unsalted peanut butter. Stir with a spatula or fork until a smooth dough forms.
  2. Adjust Texture: If the dough is crumbly, add more peanut butter; if it's sticky, add more oat flour. This adjustment depends on the specific protein powder used.
  3. Prepare the Pan: Line a 6 x 6 inch (15 x 15 cm) pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Transfer and Smooth: Place the dough into the prepared pan and smooth out the surface evenly.
  5. Refrigerate: Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow it to set firmly.
  6. Slice and Store: After setting, slice the dough into bars. Store the protein bars in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Use salted peanut butter to skip adding extra salt.
  • For a vegan version, opt for nondairy yogurt and honey alternatives like maple syrup.
  • Chocolate chips add extra sweetness and texture, but can be omitted for a simpler bar.
  • If the bars are too soft after refrigeration, chill longer or adjust the flour and peanut butter ratio.
  • Protein powder type and brand affect the dough consistency, so texture adjustments may be needed.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/homemade-protein-bars-recipe/