No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Chewy, fudgy homemade protein bars with peanut butter and oats that taste like a candy bar but pack 18g of protein—way better than store-bought.
PROTEIN 18g
CALORIES 276
P:E RATIO 6.5
TIME 10m
YIELD 8
P:E 6.5
ELITE DENSITY INVENTORY LIST
ORIGINAL
VEGAN SWAP
1 cup (256g) natural peanut butter DAIRY
1/3 cup (113g) honey FLAVOR
2 scoops (60g) vanilla whey protein powder FLAVOR
1 cup (90g) rolled oats CARB BASE
1/4 cup (20g) unsweetened shredded coconut FLAVOR
2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips FLAVOR
1 teaspoon vanilla extract FLAVOR
Pinch of salt FLAVOR
MEAL PREP LOGISTICS
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months.
- Batching: The firmer you press the dough, the better the bars hold together.
- Reheat: Microwave for 90s at 70% power.
EXECUTION STEPS
01
THE MACRO PREP
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides for easy removal.
02
THE MACRO PREP
In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03
VEGGIE STEAM-SAUTÉ
Add protein powder, oats, shredded coconut, and salt. Stir until a thick dough forms.
04
THE ASSEMBLY
Fold in chocolate chips.
05
STEP 5
Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan. Use a flat-bottomed glass to pack it down tightly.
06
STEP 6
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
07
STEP 7
Use the parchment overhang to lift out the slab. Cut into 8 bars.