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Keto Protein Bars
These Keto Protein Bars are easy to make with just 5 ingredients in 10 minutes. It requires no baking and has 5.6 grams of protein and 3.8 grams of net carbs. They make the perfect low-carb high protein snack that will satiate your cravings without stretching your waistline! Also, check out these healthy homemade energy bars!
Prep Time
8 mins
Cook Time
8 mins
Additional Time
35 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 14 bars
Calories: 1975 kcal
Course:
Snacks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
For the low-carb protein bars:
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 2 oz whey protein powder sugar-free or low-carb, preferably berry flavor, but you can use coconut or vanilla flavor if you want (Use a plant-based protein powder for making this recipe vegan, or you can use collagen powder if you don't have whey protein at home.
- 2 cups unsweetened shredded coconut preferably the fine type
- ¼ cup coconut oil or coconut butter, melted
For the Chocolate Coating:
- 1 cup dark chocolate bar chopped (For making vegan protein bars, use vegan chocolate). Make sure to use good-quality chocolate that is 90% to 100% dark chocolate.
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare the bars: In a food processor or high-speed blender, puree the berries until smooth. If it doesn’t get smooth, strain out the seeds. Add the protein powder and blend until homogeneous and smooth.
- In a bowl or food processor, mix together the shredded coconut, coconut oil, and berry puree to form a “dough”.
- Using a spoon or rubber spatula, spread and press the mixture firmly into a 5 x 7-inch glass dish, lined with wax paper overlapping the pan. Make sure to form an even layer.
- Freeze for at least 30 minutes. Lift the wax paper, transfer it to a flat surface, and cut it into 14 bars.
- Prepare the chocolate coating: Melt the chocolate chips and stir in the coconut oil until smooth (about 2 minutes). Using a fork, dip each bar into the melted chocolate until coated. Gently shake to remove excess chocolate.
- Refrigerate until set, about 5 minutes. Drizzle some remaining chocolate on top to form a pattern. If desired, crush some freeze-dried raspberries until forming a powder and then sprinkle a little on top to garnish the low-carb protein bars. Enjoy!
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Notes
- How to store
- Keep your keto protein bars in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week.
- To freeze, wrap each bar individually in parchment paper and then in plastic wrap. Next, place them in a large Ziploc bag, squeezing out as much air from the bag as possible. They keep well for up to 3 months.
- Before eating, unwrap them and place them over the counter to soften slightly or just enough to bite.
Nutrition Information
Calories
197.5kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
7.8g
(3%)
Protein
5.6g
(11%)
Fat
18.7g
(29%)
Saturated Fat
14.8g
(74%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat
2.2g
Cholesterol
6.8mg
(2%)
Sodium
13.4mg
(1%)
Potassium
168.5mg
(5%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
2.3g
(5%)
Vitamin A
15.9IU
(0%)
Vitamin C
0.5mg
(1%)
Calcium
27.1mg
(3%)
Iron
2.4mg
(13%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 14bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1975
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 197.5kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 7.8g | 3% |
| Protein | 5.6g | 11% |
| Fat | 18.7g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8g | 74% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.2g | 11% |
| Cholesterol | 6.8mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 13.4mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 168.5mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2.3g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 15.9IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.5mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 27.1mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2.4mg | 13% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.