Description
Transform your snacking routine with these easy, homemade protein bars! Made with just four simple ingredients, these bars are perfect for breakfast on-the-go, a post-workout boost, or a guilt-free treat anytime. Their no-bake nature means you’ll have them ready in mere minutes, and the customization options allow you to create your ideal flavor profile. Say goodbye to store-bought snacks filled with preservatives and hello to wholesome goodness that fuels your body!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups peanut butter (or allergy-friendly alternative)
- 3/4 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (or honey)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 4 oz melted chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup, and salt. Stir until a cohesive dough forms.
- Shape the mixture into individual bars using your hands or press it evenly into a lined 8×8 inch pan.
- Refrigerate for about an hour until set. Once chilled, cut into bars of desired size.
- For optional chocolate coating, melt chocolate chips and either spread over the top or dip each bar individually before chilling again.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2.9g
- Sodium: 78mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5.8g
- Fiber: 1.8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg