Birthday Cake Protein Bars
These Birthday Cake Protein Bars are a quick, easy, and customizable no-bake snack made with just three clean ingredients, with over 23g of protein each.
Equipment
- Loaf pan or other small dish
Ingredients
- 120 g Nut or Seed Butter (½ cup)
- 60 g Liquid Sweetener (3 tbsp)
- 180 g Vanilla or Birthday Cake Protein Powder (1 + ½ cup)
- Rainbow Sprinkles (measure with your heart)
Instructions
- Prepare a loaf pan by lightly greasing it with butter or cooking spray, then lining it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the nut or seed butter and liquid sweetener until smooth.
- Add the protein powder and sprinkles (if using) to the bowl. Mix with a wooden spoon or spatula until the ingredients form a thick, dough-like consistency. If the mixture is too dry, add water or milk one tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached. If it's too wet, add more protein powder.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared loaf pan, using your hands or a spatula to spread it evenly. Add additional sprinkles on top, if desired, and press them into the mixture.
- Refrigerate or freeze the bars for at least 15 minutes to firm up before slicing.
- Cut into 6 large bars or smaller bite-sized pieces as preferred.
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Notes
A NOTE ABOUT PROTEIN POWDER:
You can use various types of protein powders in this recipe, including whey, casein, or plant-based options like pea, hemp, or soy protein. Each type has different absorption rates, so you might need to adjust the liquid content to achieve the right consistency. For a flavor that closely matches the birthday cake theme, look for birthday cake or vanilla-flavored protein powders. If using a vegan protein powder, you may need to slightly modify the quantities as plant-based proteins can sometimes absorb liquids differently.
TIPS & NOTES:
I always recommend using a kitchen weighing scale and using weighted measurements. This will result in a more accurate process and your cheesecakes will come out perfectly.
MORE INFO:
Read the blog post for a more in-depth explanation of how to make these brownie protein bars and more tips and storage instructions.
NUTRITIONAL INFO:
These nutritional values are provided as a guide only and may be different depending on your ingredients and measurements.
- Adjusting Consistency: If the mixture is too dry, add water or milk one tablespoon at a time. If too wet, add more protein powder.
- Nut-Free Option: Use tahini or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
- Sweetener Options: Honey, maple syrup, agave, or date syrup work well. Adjust to your sweetness preference.
- Customization: Add mix-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruit, or nuts for extra flavor and texture.
- Storage: Keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Birthday Cake Protein Bars
Serving Size
1 bar
Amount per Serving
Calories
259
% Daily Value*
Fat
12.2
g
19
%
Carbohydrates
17
g
6
%
Protein
23.2
g
46
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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