Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Made with my fellow peanut butter lovers in mind, crafted from wholesome ingredients and containing 12 grams of protein per bar, these protein chocolate peanut butter bake bars are the perfect snack.

– 1 and ½ cups rolled oats – ¾ cup pea protein isolate or protein powder of choice (chocolate, vanilla or unflavored) – 2 tablespoon ground flaxseed – ½ cup cocoa nibs (optional) or another add in such as dark chocolate chips, peanuts or coconut flakes – ¼ teaspoon espresso powder optional – ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt – 1 and ¼ cups peanut butter – 3 tablespoon coconut oil – ½ cup maple syrup – ½ cup cocoa powder

INGREDIENTS

1.

In a large bowl, combine oats, protein powder, ground flaxseed, cacao nibs, espresso powder and salt.

Mix.

2.

To a medium microwave-safe bowl, add peanut butter and coconut oil. Microwave for 30-60 seconds until melted. Mix in maple syrup and cocoa powder.

Mix.

3.

Pour the melted peanut butter mixture into the oat mixture. Use a rubber spatula to blend the wet and dry ingredients thoroughly.

Combine.

4.

Line a 9x9 baking dish with a silicone mat, parchment paper, or wax paper and transfer the mixture into the pan.

Shape.

5.

Use your hands to press it firmly into an even layer. TIP: Wet your hands slightly to prevent sticking.

Shape.

6.

Place the pan in the fridge for an hour or freezer for 30 minutes. This helps the bars firm up and hold their shape.

Set.

7.

Remove the pan from the freezer and using the lining for easy removal, lift the bar slab onto a cutting board. Cut into 16 equal bars and enjoy!

Set.

After pressing the bars into an even layer, place them in the freezer for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, melt 4 ounces of semi-sweet or dark chocolate in a small bowl in 20 second burst in the microwave, stirring after each, until melted. Pour the melted chocolate over the bars and tilt the pan so that the chocolate covers the bars completely. Place in the freezer for an additional 20 minutes before slicing.

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"These chocolate peanut butter bars have quickly become my family's favorite treat! Love that they're made with healthy ingredients, too."

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