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Close-up view of a protein bar with a chewy texture, showcasing oats and nuts.
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Protein Bars

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 12 bars
Calories 250
Delicious homemade protein bars that are perfect for a quick snack or post-workout boost.

Ingredients

Oats

  • 1.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats

Nut Butter

  • 0.75 cup peanut butter (or favorite nut butter or sunflower butter)

Banana

  • 1 piece banana, mashed

Sweetener

  • 0.33 cup honey, agave or real maple syrup

Salt

  • Pinch salt

Ground Flax Seed

  • 0.5 cup ground flax seed

Protein Powder

  • 1 cup protein powder

Vanilla Extract

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Mix-in Options

  • to taste chopped dates, dried fruit, blueberries, cranberries, raisins, mini chocolate chips, unsweetened coconut flakes, nuts

Instructions 

  • Mix all ingredients except mix-ins until well combined.
  • Fold in mix-ins until evenly distributed.
  • Press mixture firmly into an 8x8 inch pan lined with parchment paper.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before cutting into bars.
  • Store bars in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

Use a splash of water or milk if mixture is too dry.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Snack
Keyword: Bars, Healthy, Protein