Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars

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Chocolate peanut butter protein bars are easy to make in a small batch, and absolutely delicious. Using a good protein powder is the key. If there is a downside, it might be how hard it will be to only eat one.

peanut butter protein bars with chocolate topping stacked on white plate
Prep Time:
10 mins
Refrigerate Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 3/4 cup peanut butter

  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder

  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Directions

  1. Line an 8 1/2x4 1/2-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on all sides to make it easy to remove bars from the pan. Set aside.

  2. Place peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla and salt in a bowl and mix until well combined; press into the prepared pan. Set aside.

  3. Place chocolate chips and oil in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir. Repeat until chips are completely melted when stirred. Pour over bars, smooth chocolate. Refrigerate until set, about 30 minutes. Cut into 8 bars.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

235 Calories
16g Fat
17g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 235
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 20%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 158mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 10g 21%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 50mg 4%
Iron 1mg 5%
Potassium 225mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.