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Chocolate Workout Bars

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 8 bars
Calories 180
Delicious and healthy chocolate bars made with black beans, perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout snack.

Ingredients

Main ingredients

  • 1 can black beans (for low carb, try these Keto Protein Bars)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup nut butter of choice or oil
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, honey, agave, or date syrup
  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2/3 cup oat flour or almond flour, or rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (not optional)
  • optional chocolate coating

Instructions 

  • Line an 8-inch pan with parchment paper and rinse beans well.
  • Blend all ingredients except chips until smooth, then stir in chocolate chips.
  • Spread mixture into the pan and freeze until set.
  • Optional: melt chocolate chips with oil or mix cocoa powder with coconut oil and syrup for coating, then spread over bars and freeze.

Notes

For best results, store bars in the freezer and enjoy within a week.
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate, Healthy, Protein