If you love the sweet, tropical flavour of coconut, these no bake Healthy Coconut Protein Bars are about to become your new go-to snack. They are soft, chewy, naturally sweetened, and packed with protein – perfect for busy days when you want something nourishing but also deeply satisfying.

These bars are inspired by classic coconut treats but made with simple, wholesome ingredients that support energy and fullness. No oven, no complicated steps, and no refined sugar – just mix, press, chill and drizzle. They are ideal for meal prep, lunchboxes, or those moments when you want a healthy treat that still feels indulgent.

Why You Will Love These Coconut Protein Bars

✔ No baking required – quick and beginner-friendly
✔ High in protein to keep hunger at bay
✔ Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup
✔ Made with pantry staples
✔ Freezer-friendly for easy grab-and-go snacks

The base of these bars combines shredded coconut for texture, healthy fats, and fibre. Protein powder boosts the protein content while coconut oil helps everything bind together and adds that rich coconut flavour. A drizzle of dark chocolate on top is optional – but highly recommended for that extra treat factor.

Perfect for Any Time of Day
These no-bake coconut protein bars are incredibly versatile. Enjoy one:

As a post-workout snack to support recovery
With a cup of coffee or tea in the afternoon
As a healthy dessert when sweet cravings strike
Or tucked into your bag for on-the-go fuel
They are satisfying without being heavy, making them ideal for anyone looking to balance delicious treats with nutrition.

As a long term fitness professional who is immersed in the health and wellness field, it’s fun to keep tabs on the latest trends. Traditionally, many trends over the last decade or more have (unfortunately) revolved around elimination diets in which certain foods or food groups are restricted or eliminated entirely.

Think grains, dairy, carbs, fats, meat and so on. In their place came foods marketed as low-calorie, low-fat, low-this, low-that were usually interpreted by novice consumers to mean “healthy”, right? However, we are now finally starting to see a paradigm shift. People are beginning to change their mindset around food and paying closer attention to not only the nutrition label, but also the ingredients.

Consumers are becoming more interested in ADDING more nutritious ingredients to their diet, as opposed to eliminating foods or entire food groups. What perhaps is even more exciting is that fat is no longer demonized. Items like coconut oil, avocado oil, and nut flours are being used more widely for their nutritional benefits with less emphasis on their caloric value.

These coconut bars are the perfect treat if you love coconut like I do.  I’m obsessed with coconuts, they are my favorite ingredient in desserts and healthy snacks. The world is going coconuts. Following the popularity of coconut water, a broad spectrum of foods derived from the humble coconut is available. It now comes in a variety of forms from water to milk, cream, butter, oil, flour and shredded allowing for a variety of creative ways to add coconut to a healthy diet.

Coconut contains a unique type of medium chain saturated fat called lauric acid that research shows raises HDL or “good” cholesterol levels, which lowers overall heart disease risk. As a plant food, coconuts also contain disease-fighting phytochemicals or antioxidants. Research suggests that coconut products helps boost metabolism which is helpful if excess body fat needs to be lost.

Just one scoop of coconut oil delivers a wide-range of healing properties. Produced in its most natural state, coconut oil will benefit you, your children and your pets. I put some into my dogs dinner regularly. Whether you have chronic fatigue, weight problems, digestive or skin issues, or just want to give your body a good cleanse and boost your energy, coconut in any of its forms is so good for you.

People trying to reduce their sugar intake often complain about the lack of sweets in their quest to get healthier. That’s because a low-carb way of eating is very focused on eliminating harmful sugar from your diet. But there are options for that lingering sweet tooth in your life. Hence these healthy coconut bars are packed with healthy fats and antioxidants. Eating more healthy fats is a great way to help satisfying your sweet cravings without the sugar.

One small square makes me happy in an instant. It’s soft and chewy and you are going to love this superfood candy. This recipe is a simple and delicious way to incorporate the amazing health benefits of coconut into your lifestyle. There is 3 different types of coconut products in these bars, they are literally bursting with nutrition and good stuff you can feel good about eating.

Now that’s something you can’t miss out on!✨

Healthy Coconut Protein Bars

These coconut bars are irresistibly delicious, thick, soft, and chewy, and take less than 10 minutes to prep!  This recipe is proof that simple ingredients can create something delicious, nourishing, and crave-worthy- no oven required. Enjoy them as a midday snack or a post workout dessert! The perfect good-for-you sweet tooth fix. 🥥🍫

Course Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating

Keyword clean eating dessert or snack, coconut protein bars, coconut protein bars with chocolate drizzle, healthy coconut protein bars, healthy no bake protein bars, healthy protein bar recipe, no bake coconut protein bars, no bake healthy coconut protein bar recipe

Servings 6

Ingredients

Bar Base

• 1 cup desiccated coconut
• 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 -1/2 cup water as needed
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Drizzle

• 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

• Place desiccated coconut, protein powder, coconut oil, honey, ¼ cup water and vanilla extract into a food processor and process until the mixture reaches a smooth, dough like consistency.

  If the mixture seems a little dry, add more water a tablespoon at a time until it comes together into a smooth dough. Taste test and add more honey or vanilla extract if you think it needs it.

  Use a cookie dough scoop or grab portions of the dough. Shape into 6 even bars of your desired length and thickness. Place shaped bars onto a parchment lined cookie sheet and freeze for 10-15 minutes, then melt the chocolate drizzle.

Chocolate Drizzle

• 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.

  Drizzle the melted chocolate over the bars either using a spoon or a Ziplock bag with the corner cut off.

  Place the bars back in the fridge to let the chocolate set completely.

  Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.

  Tips & Variations

  Extra protein: Add collagen peptides or extra protein powder

  Nut-free: Keep as is, or add sunflower seed butter for creaminess

  Vegan: Use maple syrup and plant-based protein

  Chocolate coconut: Mix chocolate chips through the base.

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