Description
Quick and healthy no-bake protein bars made with oats, nut butter, and protein powder, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of oats
- 1/2 cup of nut butter (almond or peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup of maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1/2 cup of protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1/4 cup of dark chocolate chips (optional)
- 1/4 cup of chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
- 1/4 cup of dried fruits (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, nut butter, and maple syrup. Mix well until everything is nicely combined.
- Stir in the protein powder until it’s fully incorporated and the mixture is cohesive.
- If using, add in the chocolate chips, nuts, and dried fruits. Stir again to combine.
- Press the mixture into a lined baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let it firm up completely.
- Once set, cut into bars and they’re ready to enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: snack, protein bars, no-bake, healthy dessert, quick recipes