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Easy Chocolate Protein Bark

A rich, no-bake chocolate protein bark featuring a fudgy, cocoa protein base topped with a smooth dark chocolate layer. Naturally sweetened, easy to make, and perfect for healthy snacking or dessert, this freezer-friendly treat delivers deep chocolate flavor with a nourishing protein boost in every bite. 🤎🍫
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating
Keyword chocolate nut protein bark, chocolate protein bark, clean eating dessert or snack, easy chocolate protein bark, healthy chocolate bark recipe, no bake chocolate protein bark
Servings 10

Ingredients

Chocolate Protein Base

  • 1 cup almond or oat flour (oats blended to a flour)
  • 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup chocolate or vanilla protein powder
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Topping

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • Flaky salt - optional

Toppings Or Add-Ins Optional

  • Chopped nuts
  • Shredded coconut
  • Cacao nibs
  • Freeze-dried fruit or berries
  • Chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, almond butter, maple syrup, protein powder, cocoa powder and vanilla. Stir until a thick, smooth dough forms.
    Fold; in any optional add ins.
    Line a small tray or baking dish with parchment paper .Press the chocolate protein mixture evenly into a thin layer.

Chocolate Topping

  • Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in small dish and microwave with 20 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.
    Pour melted chocolate over the protein base and spread evenly with a spatula.
    Sprinkle nuts, coconut, or cacao nibs or flaky salt over the top as desired.
    Place in the fridge for 30–40 minutes or freezer for15–20 minutes until firm.
    Once set, lift from the tray and break into 10 (more or less) rustic pieces.
    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.
    Best enjoyed slightly chilled for the perfect snap-and-chew texture.
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