Description
Enjoy these homemade Protein Snickers Bars, a nutritious and delicious treat made with peanut butter, oats, and chocolate. Perfect for post-workout snacking or a guilt-free dessert, these easy-to-make bars will satisfy your sweet cravings while providing a protein boost!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped dates (pitted)
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts (for the crunchy layer)
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips (for coating)
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (for melting chocolate)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the natural peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup). Mix until smooth.
- Add the rolled oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir until a thick, sticky dough forms. Use your hands if necessary.
- Fold in the chopped dates and chopped peanuts for added texture and sweetness.
- Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal. Press the mixture firmly into the dish to create an even layer.
- Refrigerate the baking dish for about 30 minutes to firm up the base layer.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- Remove the chilled base layer from the refrigerator and lift it out using the parchment paper.
- Cut into desired sizes (about 12 bars).
- Dip each bar into the melted chocolate, ensuring full coverage. Use a fork to lift them out and let excess chocolate drip off.
- Place the coated bars on a parchment-lined tray.
- Return the coated bars to the refrigerator for another 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
- Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage, separating with parchment paper.
- Enjoy your bars straight from the fridge or freezer, relishing the delightful combination of chocolate, peanut butter, and chewy dates.
Notes
- For added flavor, mix in a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture.
- For a crunchier texture, consider adding crispy rice cereal to the base layer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes