Looking for a healthier alternative to a candy bar? I got you! These healthy almond coconut protein bars are protein-filled and will leave you feeling full and satisfied!
Homemade Protein bars are such a versatile snack. They easily tuck into lunch boxes, work as an afternoon pick-me-up, and can power you through an action packed workout. Most of us pickup our pre-packaged protein bars in the aisles of our nearest grocery store, but what you might not know is that protein bars are an easy DIY at home recipe.
These bars are no-bake and can be whipped up in just a few minutes, then it’s all hands off time waiting for these bars to setup in the fridge.
Not only are protein bars pretty easy to make, but they are also even healthier when you make them yourself. These bars are filled with protein-packed whole foods and contain none of the preservatives that you often find in the pre-packaged variety.
Each one these tasty bars has 14g of protein, and creating them is as simple as mixing ingredients in a bowl. Pro tip: To keep the sugar as low as possible, use the darkest chocolate you can find. They also have a good amount of fiber, thanks to the coconut flour, and lots of heart-healthy fats from the coconut oil and almond butter.
Indulge guilt-free with my Chocolate Almond Coconut Protein Bars! Packed with the irresistible flavors of almond, coconut and topped with chocolate, each bite is a satisfying treat that fuels your body with protein for lasting energy. Perfect for on-the-go snacking or post-workout recovery, these bars combine wholesome ingredients with the delicious taste you love.
So we have healthy and easy, but what about tasty? Well, in case you hadn’t heard, these protein bars are almond flavored. Yes, you heard that right! All the flavor of a coconut-packed, chocolate topped, and almond topped candy bar in a healthy protein bar form. The hardest part about making these bars will be self control! I may have snuck a few bites of the dough in the making of these bars .
These healthy almond coconut protein bars are perfect for on the go or to meal prep your dessert for the week! These chewy snacks will cure your sweet tooth and leave you wanting more!
Chocolate Almond Coconut Protein Bars
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup protein powder, chocolate
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup coconut flour
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 2 tablespoons desiccated coconut (+ a bit extra for sprinkling)
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Chocolate Drizzle Topping
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 12 almonds
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add protein powder, coconut flour, almond butter, almond milk, coconut, honey, cocoa and vanilla extract. Mix well with your hands, and form 4 bars. The mixture should not be crumbly, and should hold together well. If it's too crumbly, add a small amount of almond milk until the right consistency is reached and you can form a solid bar.Add 3 almonds on top of each bar, place on a baking sheet, and put in the freezer.
Chocolate Drizzle Topping
- Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in small dish and microwave with 15 second bursts stirring between each one until melted and smooth.Or use double boiler method - (pot of boiling water with a bowl resting on top) melt the chocolate chips and the coconut oil together.Remove the bars from the freezer, and drizzle the chocolate evenly on top of the 4 bars. Sprinkle each bar with a bit more coconut, and place back into the freezer until firm, about 30 minutes.Remove from freezer, and wrap each one in cellophane or store in an airtight container. Keep refrigerated.
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