Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars are no-bake snack bars made with peanut butter, oats, protein powder, and chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup creamy peanut butter
- 5 tablespoons honey
- 1½ tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons flax meal
- 2 scoops protein powder about 66g
- 1⅔ cups old-fashioned oats
- ⅓ cup shredded coconut
- ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips
- Flaked sea salt for topping
Instructions
- Line or lightly grease an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch square pan.
- Set aside.
- In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil.
- Microwave for 30–45 seconds until softened.
- Stir until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the vanilla extract, salt, cinnamon, flax meal, protein powder, and oats.
- Stir until a thick mixture forms.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly if warm.
- Fold in the shredded coconut and mini chocolate chips.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan.
- Press firmly into an even layer using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Sprinkle additional chocolate chips and flaked sea salt over the top.
- Refrigerate or freeze for 10–15 minutes until firm.
- Slice into squares or bars.
- Serve immediately or store for later.
Notes
- Different protein powders absorb moisture differently.
- If the mixture seems dry, add an extra tablespoon of peanut butter.
- If too wet, add a few extra oats.
- Store chilled for the best texture.