Description
Soft, chewy, and packed with protein, these no-bake homemade chocolate chip protein bars are the perfect healthy snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, and protein powder, they offer lasting energy and a touch of indulgence from mini chocolate chips.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
2 tbsp milk of choice (add more if needed)
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats, protein powder, and salt.
- Add in the nut butter, maple syrup or honey, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined. If the mixture is too dry, add a little more milk.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Press the mixture firmly and evenly into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Once chilled, slice into bars and store as desired.
Notes
For a vegan version, use plant-based protein powder and maple syrup.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.
Chia seeds or ground flaxseed can be added for extra fiber.
Use sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
Chocolate protein powder adds a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg