Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Protein bars are a fantastic way to fuel your day with nutritious energy, whether you’re heading out for a workout or need a quick snack. This no-bake recipe combines just four simple ingredients to create delicious bars that can be tailored to your taste. Whip these up in just five minutes and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing you’re indulging in a healthy treat without added sugars or unhealthy fats. Perfect for meal prep, these protein bars offer convenience while keeping your energy levels high throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups peanut butter (or alternative nut/seed butter)
- 3/4 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or honey)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 4 oz melted dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup, and salt. Mix until well combined into a dough.
- Shape the mixture into individual bars or press it into a lined 8×8 baking pan for even thickness.
- Refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes until set, then cut into desired bar sizes.
- For an extra treat, melt chocolate chips and either drizzle over the top or dip each bar before returning them to the fridge to harden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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