Homemade Protein Bars

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4.9

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Additional Time

    2 hrs

  • Total Time

    2 hrs 25 mins

  • Servings

    7 large

  • Calories

    489 kcal

  • Course

    Snacks

  • Cuisine

    American

Homemade Protein Bars

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

Servings

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

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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).
  4. 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).
  5. 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.
  6. Freeze: Freeze bars for 2 hours, or until firm.
  7. 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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