The BEST Protein Bars are healthy, no-bake, and contain nothing artificial! These are chewy, delicious and are the perfect healthy snack.
This no bake protein bar recipe is a quick, easy, healthy snack and easily customizable for any diet or food preferences. These delightful bars are packed with protein and taste like a delicious dessert, but are secretly good for you.
Combine your favorite protein powder with oat and coconut flour, nut butter and honey to make this nutritious post workout treat or any time snack. Made in just 10 minutes with simple ingredients!
I always have a few of these bars on hand for an easy grab-and-go snack! Protein bars are a staple in my diet. Once I learned how much cheaper AND tastier homemade protein bars are, I completely eliminated buying protein bars from the grocery store.
Why this recipe is awesome…
Wholesome ingredients. No hidden sugar – or worse, corn syrup! These bars are naturally sweetened with good stuff. Just mix all the ingredients in a bowl and let the bars chill until firm.
If you have ever browsed the protein bar section of a supermarket, you will know what I mean when I say there is an endless supply of options to choose from.
However, those options are not always the best. After scanning the ingredients label on nearly every bar, you have probably (a) walked away in disappointment or (b) knowingly settled for a mediocre bar.
You may have wondered, “Why are they all filled with weird ingredients? Why is sugar the first ingredient in so many of these bars? Wait, why is refined sugar even IN these supposed health bars?”
If you have been searching for a protein bar that’s made with minimal ingredients, truly healthy, and tastes DELICIOUS, this is the recipe for you! No refined sugar, and no additives. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, you can create a high protein snack that tastes like dessert. Nobody will guess that they are actually good for you!
Why you will love this recipe:
These are the best chocolate protein bars made with simple ingredients and NO baking required.
Prepped in 10 minutes. Just mix all the ingredients and let the bars chill until firm.
12 grams of protein per bar. They are the perfect midday snack, healthy dessert, or post-workout bar.
Snack/protein/energy bars. Everyone loves them. They are quick, they are easy, they are convenient, and with the proper ingredients, they are pretty healthy and satisfying too.
Whether you have just finished your workout or are looking for an afternoon snack, look no further than this convenient, on-the-go and guilt-free snack, which is high in protein but low on carbs.
I also threw in delicious chocolate frosting to add some more awesomeness; because… well… who really needs a reason for more chocolate? Perfect for chocolate lovers. Chocolate is a mandatory part of my day, and when I can satisfy my chocolate cravings AND hit my protein goal, that’s even better.
You have the option to add the gooey and melty chocolate fudge icing. It is so soft and fudgy you may get the impression you are eating candy. It’s a fantastic 5 ingredient thick and creamy chocolate frosting you can slather on absolutely everything! Try it on cakes, cupcakes, muffins, or pancakes, or eat it right out of the blender.
This healthy chocolate frosting recipe is great for cakes, cupcakes, or eating with a spoon. 🙂
Healthy Workout Bars With Chocolate Frosting
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almonds or walnuts
- 1 cup dates, soaked 30 minutes and drained
- 1 cup oat flour (rolled oats blended to a flour)
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1/2 cup protein or collagen powder – chocolate or plain
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or any nut/seed butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1-4 tablespoons milk of choice
Healthy Chocolate Frosting (Optional)
- 1/2 cup almond (or any other nut or seed) butter
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line a 8 x 8-inch baking pan or dish with parchment paper on the bottom and sides leaving some overhanging to act as a handle to get the bars out easier for cutting.Place almonds in a food processor and process until broken down and crumbly. Add dates and process until a sticky dough is formed. Add flours, protein powder, cocoa powder, peanut butter and pulse a few times to combine. Be careful not to over process as its nice to have texture variance and different sized “bits” in your protein bars.If the batter seems a bit dry, slowly add milk, one tablespoon at a time until it comes together in a dough like consistency as different protein powders absorb liquid differently.Transfer to lined baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula or back of a spoon. Refrigerate while you make the chocolate frosting or if you prefer the protein bars unfrosted simply cut into 12-14 bars or more smaller squares.
Healthy Chocolate Frosting
- Blend all frosting ingredients together until completely smooth. It's smoothest if you use a blender or food processor but can technically be done by hand if needed. Spread a thick layer over the workout bars and cut into 12-14 bars or more smaller squares.Store leftover frosting covered in the fridge and add it to smoothie bowls, overnight oats or any sweet treat or simply eat it with a spoon.Store leftover bars in fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.
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