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chocolate protein bars
Kathryn Coyle

Homemade Chocolate Protein Bars

These easy no bake chocolate protein bars are made with oats, peanut butter, and chocolate protein powder for a healthy, fudgy snack. Packed with protein, fibre, and wholesome ingredients and are the perfect post-workout treat or on-the-go bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Servings: 12
Course: Snack
Cuisine: High Protein
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rolled oats blended if you like a smoother texture
  • 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tbsp coco powder
  • 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 4 tbsp maple syrup
  • 5 pitted dates
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts pumpkin seeds
  • 12 squares dark chocolate
  • 1 tsp coconut oil melted with chocolate
  • 2-3 tbsp milk optional if needs more moisture

Equipment

  • 1 food processor
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 baking tray silicone mould
  • 1 measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Add the oats to a bowl or food processor and blend until finely ground
  2. Add protein powder, cocoa powder, flaxseed, and sea salt and combine
  3. Cover your dates with boiling water and leave to soak for about 10 minutes. Then drain most of the water and blend in a food processor
  4. Now add peanut butter, maple syrup, dates, coconut oil, and vanilla extract into a separate bowl and stir until smooth
  5. Blend together with the dry ingredients until a thick dough forms and stir through any chopped nuts or pumpkin seeds
  6. If the mixture feels too dry, add a splash of milk or hot water until it binds
  7. Line a baking sheet or small tray with parchment paper and press the dough evenly into it (I have used a silicone mould for mine)
  8. If you want to top with dark chocolate, melt about 12 squares of dark chocolate with 1 tsp of coconut oil in the microwave or double boiler and pour over the top
  9. Smooth the top and refrigerate for 1–2 hours to set before slicing into bars

Video

Notes

Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days, or freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 2 months.