
Homemade Protein Bars
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Homemade Protein Bars
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These easy to make homemade protein bars are full of fiber, protein and omega-3s and theres NO baking required!
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Ingredients
Protein Bars:
- 10 Medjool Dates, pitted*
- 1/2 cup raw cashews
- 1/2 cup raw walnuts
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 2 Tbsp. honey or maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp. peanut butter, drippy*
- 1 Tbsp. chia seed powder
- 3/4 Tbsp. coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- pinch of cinnamon, optional
- 1-2 scoops protein powder, optional
Chocolate topping:
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy free if needed)
- 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 1 Tbsp. flaky sea salt (such as Maldon), optional
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Instructions
- Soak: if Medjool dates are a little on the hard side, soak in lukewarm water until soft. Soak cashews and walnuts together in a separate bowl for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare loaf pan: line a standard loaf pan with parchment paper, if desired. I didn't line mine with anything, and it worked just fine too.
- Combine: Pulse chopped dates and nuts in a food processor to incorporate. Then add in the remaining ingredients: almond flour, honey, peanut butter, chia seed powder, coconut oil and vanilla (and protein powder, if using). Process until a cookie dough consistency forms (see video).
- Press into pan: Press mixture into pan either with your hands or spread with the back of a spoon to pack mixture down into an even, flat layer. (You can use any pan you prefer, 8x5 loaf pan, 8x8 inch or 9x9 inch square. Larger the pan = thiner the bars).
- Melt chocolate: Melt your favorite dark chocolate and coconut oil in a double boiler on the stovetop, or in 30-second increments in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds to encourage melting. Then pour chocolate over the top of bars and spread evenly. Sprinkle with Maldon salt, optional.
- Freeze: Freeze bars for 2 hours, or until firm.
- Cut into bars: Once chilled, cut into bars or squares and enjoy. Bars are best stored in freezer.
Notes
- Peanut butter
- peanut butter
- vanilla protein powder
- Medjool dates: Fresh Medjool dates work well because they are soft and break down easily when processed. If your dates are hard, soak in warm water to soften for ~10-15 minutes.
- Peanut butter: a drippy peanut butter is recommended, or microwave for ~30 seconds to make it smooth and drippy.
- Boost the protein content even more by adding in 1-2 scoops of your favorite protein powder. I love adding in a vanilla protein powder for a bit of flavor!
- Nutrition information is based off of 1 large protein bar (as shown in photos). Feel free to cut smaller into bars or squares, and adjust nutritional information accordingly.
- Best stored in the freezer in a freezer safe bag or container for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1large protein bar
Calories
489kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
52g
(17%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
30g
(46%)
Saturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
6g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
1mg
(0%)
Sodium
49mg
(2%)
Potassium
538mg
(15%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
37g
(74%)
Vitamin A
56IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
152mg
(15%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 7large
Amount Per Serving
Calories 489 kcal
% Daily Value*
Serving | 1large protein bar | |
Calories | 489kcal | 24% |
Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
Protein | 15g | 30% |
Fat | 30g | 46% |
Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
Sodium | 49mg | 2% |
Potassium | 538mg | 11% |
Fiber | 8g | 32% |
Sugar | 37g | 74% |
Vitamin A | 56IU | 1% |
Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
Calcium | 152mg | 15% |
Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
108 reviews
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