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Whip up these delicious No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars in just 10 minutes for a healthy, indulgent treat that delivers 11 grams of protein per bar! These bars combine natural peanut butter, oat flour, and Greek yogurt with a decadent dark chocolate drizzle, offering a perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. Ideal for post workout snacking or a quick energy boost, they are gluten free, budget friendly, and made entirely from clean ingredients.
Ingredients
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Dry and Base Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 1/3 cup oat flour (store bought or homemade by blitzing old fashioned oats until fine)
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Toppings and Drizzle:
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (for drizzling; if needed, add 1 teaspoon coconut oil for smooth melting)
- 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts, roughly chopped (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Pan:
Line a 4 x 8 inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy removal later. - Mix the Base:
In a food processor or high speed blender, combine the peanut butter, oat flour, vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, ground flaxseed, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until the mixture reaches a soft, crumbly consistency that holds together when pressed similar to soft cookie dough. - Form and Top the Bars:
Transfer the mixture into your prepared loaf pan and press it firmly using a silicone spatula or the back of a spoon to ensure the bars hold together well. Sprinkle the chopped peanuts and mini chocolate chips evenly over the top, gently pressing them into the mixture. - Melt the Chocolate Drizzle:
Place the dark chocolate chips (and 1 teaspoon coconut oil if using a less melt friendly chocolate) in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave in 25 second intervals, stirring between each session until the chocolate is completely smooth and pourable. - Assemble the Bars:
Allow the mixture in the pan to chill in the freezer for about 10 minutes to firm up slightly. Remove the pan from the freezer and cut the mixture into six even bars, ensuring a small gap between each piece for a clean cut. Drizzle the melted dark chocolate generously over the bars. For an extra flavor kick, you can sprinkle a light pinch of coarse sea salt on top before the chocolate hardens. - Set and Serve:
Return the bars to the fridge or freezer for 30 minutes to 1 to 2 hours (for optimal texture) to let the chocolate set completely. Enjoy your homemade protein bars as a quick snack, post workout treat, or part of your meal prep routine!
Notes
This recipe card offers a clear, detailed guide to making your No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars with all the information you need to create a healthy and delicious snack. Enjoy your cooking and your tasty treat!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Healthy Snacks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 bars
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 237 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 0.4 mg
