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THE ULTIMATE HOMEMADE PROTEIN BARS RECIPE finished peanut butter date bars with dark chocolate and sea salt
Thomas Baker

The Ultimate Homemade Protein Bars Recipe: Delicious and Easy

Discover The Ultimate Homemade Protein Bars Recipe that combines simplicity and nutrition. These High Protein Breakfast Bars Recipes are naturally sweetened, low sugar protein bars, and perfect Healthy Snacks To Keep You Full throughout the day. Made with wholesome ingredients and no baking required, they are delicious and easy to prepare.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 16 bars
Calories: 199
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 5 Medjool dates pitted and softened
  • 1 cup All-natural, drippy peanut butter
  • 1.5 cups Ground oat flour
  • 1/3 cup Honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup Vanilla protein powder (whey or vegan)
  • Salt pinch
  • 1/4 cup Water or as needed
  • 3/4 cup Dark chocolate chips optional topping
  • 2 teaspoons Coconut oil optional topping
  • Coarse sea salt for sprinkling optional topping

Method
 

  1. Line a 9x9 or 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper with overhang.
  2. In a food processor, add dates, peanut butter, oat flour, honey, vanilla, protein powder, and salt. Process 2–3 mins until crumbly.
  3. Add water gradually until a thick dough forms.
  4. Press the batter firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  6. Pour melted chocolate over the dough, spread evenly, and sprinkle with sea salt.
  7. Freeze the pan for 30–60 minutes until firm.
  8. Lift out with parchment and slice into 16 bars.
  9. Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge up to 7 days or freezer up to 3 months.

Notes

  • Use certified gluten-free oats to keep it gluten-free. For a vegan option, use plant-based protein powder and maple syrup. You can omit the chocolate topping or replace it with your favorite nut butter. Store bars refrigerated or frozen for freshness.