Description
These Superfood Protein Bars are a nutritious and delicious snack packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond butter, chia seeds, and dark chocolate. Easy to make and perfect for a quick energy boost!
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup hemp seeds
- 1/3 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins:
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: Stir in almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until everything is well coated.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in cranberries, chopped almonds, and chocolate chips if using.
- Set the Bars: Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Slice and Store: Once set, lift from the pan and cut into bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
In a large bowl, combine oats, chia seeds, ground flaxseed, hemp seeds, protein powder, cinnamon, and sea salt.
Notes
- You can substitute peanut butter for almond butter or add other superfoods like goji berries or pumpkin seeds.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup and a plant-based protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
