Homemade Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Indulge in these easy-to-make, delicious chocolate peanut butter protein bars. They're a perfect blend of nutrition and taste, with the key being a high-quality protein powder. Be warned: they're so tasty, it might be hard to stop at just one!
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Preparation Details
| Preparation Step | Time |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 10 mins |
| Refrigerate Time | 30 mins |
| Total Time | 40 mins |
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Line an 8 1/2x4 1/2-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all sides for easy removal.
- In a bowl, mix peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Press into the prepared pan.
- Microwave chocolate chips and coconut oil for 30 seconds, stir, and repeat until fully melted. Pour over the bar mixture and smooth out.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until set, then cut into 8 bars.
Nutritional Information Per Bar
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 235 |
| Total Fat | 16g |
| Saturated Fat | 5g |
| Cholesterol | 1mg |
| Sodium | 158mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 17g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g |
| Total Sugars | 11g |
| Protein | 10g |
| Vitamin C | 0mg |
| Calcium | 50mg |
| Iron | 1mg |
| Potassium | 225mg |
Enjoy these protein-rich, homemade bars as a nutritious snack, perfect for an energy boost at any time of the day!