Strawberry Cashew Protein Bars
No-bake strawberry cashew protein bars finished with a delicious strawberry drizzle. These Protein Bars are soft, fruity, naturally sweet, and protein-packed - the perfect healthier snack or dessert with serious Blended Bites vibes. 🍓🥜
Servings 8
Ingredients
Bar Base
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup cashews, soaked 3+ hours and drained
- 1/2 cup cashew or almond butter
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup freeze-dried strawberries
- 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-4 tablespoons coconut milk (if needed for blending)
Strawberry Drizzle
- 1 tablespoon freeze-dried strawberries
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2-4 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (to taste)
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 food processor, blend oats and cashews until slightly broken down.Add nut butter, coconut, protein powder, shredded coconut, maple syrup, vanilla and coconut milk if needed. Blend until a thick dough forms.Lastly add freeze-dried strawberries and pulse a couple of times to combine but still leave chunks for pops of colour and flavour.Press mixture into the lined tin. Place in the fridge to set while preparing the drizzle.
Strawberry Drizzle
- Crush the dried strawberries with a mortar and pestle. Add in the coconut oil and maple syrup. Stir until everything is combined and drizzle it over the barsRefrigerate for at least 2 hours or freeze for 45–60 minutes until firm.Slice into 8-10 bars or more smaller squares.Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for up to 3 months. These bars are especially delicious slightly chilled for that coconutty texture.