Name: Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 bars
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 0.5 cup all natural creamy peanut butter; 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, or honey; 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil; 0.5 cup vanilla protein powder; 1.25 cups gluten free rolled oats; 1 tsp coconut oil; 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips; sea salt

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Peanut Butter Protein Bars

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Ingredients

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Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Protein Bars

½ cup all natural creamy peanut butter

3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, or honey

2 tablespoons melted coconut oil

½ cup vanilla protein powder

1 ¼ cups gluten free rolled oats

Chocolate Coating

1 tsp coconut oil

¼ cup dark chocolate chips

sea saltoptional

Instructions

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Instructions

First, line a standard bread loaf pan with parchment paper.

In a mixing bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, protein powder, and rolled oats. Stir until a thick mixture forms.

Press this mixture down into the lined pan.

Then, make the chocolate. Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil until smooth and creamy. Pour on top of the peanut butter layer. If desired, sprinkle with sea salt.

Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes, or until the chocolate coating has hardened.

Finally, slice and enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Chill Between Layers ❄️
Refrigerate the peanut butter oat base for at least 30 minutes before pouring the chocolate coating to prevent the layers from mixing and ensure clean, distinct separation.
Toast Your Oats 🍂
Lightly toast the gluten-free rolled oats in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before mixing to enhance their nutty flavor and create a more complex taste profile in your bars.
Temper Your Chocolate 🍫
Melt chocolate chips with a small amount of coconut oil, then let it cool slightly to 88-90°F before applying the coating so it sets smoothly without a grainy texture.
Use Natural Peanut Butter 🥜
Stir natural peanut butter thoroughly to incorporate the separated oils for better moisture and texture in your bars—avoid brands with added sugars that can make them overly sweet.
Line with Parchment Properly 📋
Use parchment paper with slight overhang on your baking pan so you can easily lift and remove the entire batch before cutting, ensuring clean edges and professional-looking bars.