These Homemade Chocolate Protein Bars are rich, fudgy, and packed with chocolate flavor. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they're naturally gluten free, no-bake, and perfect for meal prep, post-workout snacks, or a healthier dessert.
Line a 20 x 20 cm (8 x 8-inch) baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter and honey until smooth.
Add the oat flour, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt. Mix until combined.
Add ¼ cup of milk and continue mixing. Gradually add more milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the mixture holds together easily when pressed. I used about 8 tablespoons (½ cup), but this may vary depending on your protein powder.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it firmly into an even layer.
Melt the dark chocolate and peanut butter together in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, or over a double boiler until smooth.
Pour the melted chocolate over the protein bar base and spread evenly. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt if using.
Refrigerate for 1–2 hours, or until the chocolate has completely set.
Remove from the refrigerator and let the bars sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before slicing. Use a warm, sharp knife, wiping it clean between each cut for the neatest slices.
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Notes
NOTES:
Different protein powders absorb different amounts of liquid, so you may need more or less milk than listed. The mixture should hold together easily without feeling sticky.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw for a few minutes before serving.
For a gluten-free recipe, use certified gluten-free oat flour (or blend certified gluten-free rolled oats into flour) and a gluten-free protein powder.
MEASUREMENTS:I always recommend using a kitchen weighing scale and using weighted measurements. This will result in a more accurate process and your protein bars will come out perfectly.
MORE INFO:Read the blog post for a more in-depth explanation of how to make these chocolate 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.You can cut the bars into smaller squares for smaller portions.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
No-Bake Chocolate Protein Bars
Serving Size
1 large bar
Amount per Serving
Calories
260
% Daily Value*
Fat
12.9
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
4.1
g
26
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
2.2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3.3
g
Cholesterol
0.6
mg
0
%
Potassium
104
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
20.8
g
7
%
Fiber
1.7
g
7
%
Sugar
7.1
g
8
%
Protein
17
g
34
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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