Nut & Seed Protein Bars With Chocolate Drizzle
No-bake nut and seed protein bars packed with crunch, healthy fats, and fiber, finished with a light chocolate drizzle for the perfect balance of nourishment and indulgence in a snack that keeps you satisfied. 🥜🍫
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almonds, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup walnuts or cashews, chopped
- 1/2 cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds
- 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds or ground flax seeds
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch sea salt
Chocolate Drizzle
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate drizzle
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Line a 7 x 5-inch loaf 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.In a medium bowl, combine oats, all nuts, seeds, protein powder and sea salt.Add nut butter, honey, coconut oil and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and sticky.Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan, creating an even layer.
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.Once melted, drizzle the chocolate over the bars using a spoon or in a small Ziplock bag with the corner cut off for a more professional finish.Refrigerate for 1–2 hours, or until fully set.Slice into 10-12 bars or more smaller squares.Store in fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months.