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Vegan Protein Bar Recipe (Go-Macro Copycat)

Wholesome, 7-ingredient, vegan protein bars with almonds, coconut and chocolate chips. Inspired by GoMacro's Everlasting Joy bar. Gluten-free and sweetened with brown rice syrup.

Prep Time
15 mins
Additional Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 200 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • ½ cup raw almonds
  • ¼ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 cup puffed rice cereal
  • ½ cup almond butter, unsalted, raw or toasted
  • ½ cup brown rice syrup
  • ½ cup vegan protein powder (or sub coconut flour) Plain, unsweetened protein makes a bar that tastes the most like GoMacro, but you can also use a flavored protein powder for sweeter flavor.
  • ¼ cup vegan mini chocolate chips

Instructions

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  1. Place almonds in a food processor, and pulse until roughly chopped. Add the coconut, puffed rice, almond butter, brown rice syrup, and protein powder. Process until the mixture is finely crumbled and uniform.
  2. Squeeze a bit of mixture between your fingers to make sure it will stick together. If it seems too crumbly add another spoonful or two of brown rice syrup and pulse again. Add the chocolate chips, and pulse several times to incorporate.
  3. To make bars: line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment for easier removal. Press the mixture evenly into the pan. Use the back of a spatula to firmly pack it down. To make balls: using a tablespoon, scoop 2 tablespoon of the mixture into your hand. Squeeze a few times to squish it into a ball. Roll the ball between your palms to smooth the surface. This makes 18 to 20 balls.
  4. If making bars, refrigerate the pan for about 20 minutes. Use parchment edges to lift the mixture out of the pan, and cut into 12 equal-sized pieces. Enjoy right away, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve. See notes below for extended storage.

Notes

  • Store protein bars/balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. They can also be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.
  • Nutrition info based on 12 servings (bars). For balls, you'll get 18 to 20 individual pieces so all nutrient amounts/numbers will be lower. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 200kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 20g (7%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 11g (17%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 75mg (3%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 10g (20%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 200

% Daily Value*

Calories 200kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 75mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 10g 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.