Description
Discover how to make delicious and nutritious Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars with a wholesome oat crust. Perfect for a quick and satisfying snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 3/4 cups (415 ml) Rolled Oats
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Flaxseed Meal
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) Chia Seeds
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Plant-Based Protein Powder
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) Peanut Butter (no oils or sugar added)
- 1 1/2 – 2 tbsp (22–30 ml) Vegetable Oil (depending on consistency of peanut butter)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Honey
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) Vegan Chocolate Chips
- 1/2 tbsp (7.5 ml) Coconut Oil
Instructions
- Place parchment paper in an 8×8 baking dish and set it aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry components from oats to protein powder. Put this aside for later use.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter, coconut oil, and honey. Heat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds, then stir until the ingredients are well blended. Pour this mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix gently until everything is well incorporated. The mixture will be dense and heavy.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared dish, using your hands to evenly press it into all the corners. Refrigerate the dish for about 45 minutes to allow it to firm up, or place it in the freezer for 20 minutes for a quicker set.
- Microwave the chocolate chips and coconut oil in short bursts of 10 seconds until completely melted. Pour the melted chocolate over the bars, spreading it out evenly, and let it set in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
- Keep the No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Protein Bars in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or freeze them for longer storage. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use a smooth, natural peanut butter without added oils or sugar for the best texture.
- Adjust the amount of vegetable oil based on your peanut butter’s consistency for desired texture.
- Evenly press the mixture into the baking dish to ensure the bars hold together well.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 8g
Keywords: peanut butter bars, protein bars, no-bake recipe, oatmeal bars, healthy snack
