Description

Delicious and easy-to-make protein bars using peanut butter, protein powder, and natural sweeteners. These bars can be customized with a chocolate coating and are perfect for a healthy snack or post-workout boost.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 1/2 cup peanut butter or allergy-friendly substitute
3/4 cup protein powder (90g)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup or honey
1/2 tsp salt

Optional

4 oz melted chocolate chips (optional)
2 tsp oil (optional, to mix into melted chocolate for smoother coating)

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Instructions

Prepare the dough: In a mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup or honey, and salt until a cohesive dough forms.
Shape the bars: You can either shape the dough into bars with your hands or smooth it evenly into a lined 8×8 inch pan for easier cutting later.
Optional chocolate coating: If using melted chocolate chips, optionally stir in 2 teaspoons of oil for a smoother texture. Spread the melted chocolate over the surface of the bars in the pan before chilling, or alternatively dip individual bars into the chocolate after shaping.
Chill the bars: Refrigerate the shaped bars or the chocolate-coated pan until firm and chilled.
Cut and serve: Once chilled and set, cut into 10 to 16 bars depending on preferred size and enjoy.

Notes

Make sure you like the taste of your chosen protein powder, preferably unsweetened, as it impacts the final flavor.
Feel free to experiment with flavors by changing the protein powder type or sweetener.
Try this base recipe with the suggested five protein bar flavor ideas mentioned in the original post for variety.
Check out the recipe video if you prefer a visual guide.
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