Protein Bars
Delicious and customizable homemade protein bars perfect for on-the-go snacking or as a post-workout treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup protein powder can use any preferred type
- ⅓ cup oat flour or almond flour
- ⅓ cup peanut butter or almond butter
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or nondairy yogurt
- 3 tbsp maple syrup or honey, adjust for sweetness
- ⅓ tsp salt skip if using salted peanut butter
- 3 tbsp chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the protein powder with the oat flour, peanut butter, Greek yogurt, and maple syrup. If using unsalted peanut butter, add a pinch of salt.
- Using a spatula or a fork, stir all ingredients until you have a smooth dough. Adjust by adding more peanut butter if too crumbly or more oat flour if too sticky.
- Line a 6 x 6 inch (15 x 15 cm) pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and smooth it out. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Once the dough has set, slice it into bars.
Serving
- Protein bars can be enjoyed on their own or paired with a fruit or a glass of milk for a more balanced snack.
Notes
Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for a maximum of four days. You can also wrap them individually in plastic wrap for an easy snack on the run. Consider adding nuts, seeds, or dried fruits for extra texture and nutrition.