DessertGluten-freeHigh protein
No-Bake Protein Energy Bars
Prep
40 min
Total
40 min
Serves
8
Serving
1 bar
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 2/3 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 1/3 tablespoons coconut flour
- 3 1/2 ounces dark chocolate
- 1/2 teaspoon flaky sea salt
Method
- 1Line a rectangular baking dish with parchment paper.
- 2Combine peanut butter, protein powder, and coconut flour in a bowl until mixture is smooth.
- 3Press the mixture firmly into the prepared dish using a spatula or clean hands.
- 4Melt chocolate in microwave using 30-45 second intervals, stirring between each interval.
- 5Pour melted chocolate over the base layer and spread evenly to all edges.
- 6Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before chocolate sets.
- 7Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour until chocolate hardens and base is firm.
- 8Slice into 8 equal squares.
Good to know
Storage
Refrigerate in airtight container up to 1 week or freeze up to 1 month
Serving Tips
Best served chilled but can sit at room temperature for 30 minutes
Substitutions
Add maple syrup, honey, or coconut sugar for extra sweetness
Variations
Mix in chopped nuts, seeds, cacao nibs, or hemp seeds.
