No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars | A Sweet Pea Chef

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter offers a similar flavor with less sugar.

dark chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: cacao nibs

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate chips

Cacao nibs are lower in sugar and higher in antioxidants.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup provides a lower glycemic index.

protein powder

🥗Healthier: plant-based protein powder

💰Cheaper: whey protein isolate

Plant-based protein is suitable for vegans.

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, protein powder, cocoa powder, and ground cinnamon. Mix well.

Add in the peanut butter and stir to combine until the mixture is crumbly and the peanut butter is evenly distributed.

Add one tablespoon of coconut oil, almond milk, agave nectar, and honey. Stir to incorporate until the mixture is sticky and moist.

Line a small, flat rimmed dish with parchment paper. Optionally spray the dish with cooking spray for better adhesion.

Firmly press the mixture into the dish evenly, determining the thickness of the bars based on the dish used.

Put the dish into the freezer for about 10 to 15 minutes to set.

In a small bowl, combine chocolate morsels and remaining coconut oil. Microwave for 30 to 60 seconds until smooth and liquidy.

Remove the dish from the freezer, slice the mixture into eight even bars, or smaller cubes for energy bites.

Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the bars and return them to the refrigerator for 5 to 10 minutes to cool and set.

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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