Chocolate Workout Bars Recipe
These Chocolate Workout Bars are a delicious and nutritious snack that is perfect for fueling your body before or after a workout. Packed with protein and fiber, these no-bake bars are easy to make and customizable to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 10 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds or ground flaxseed
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Mix the oats, protein powder, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the peanut butter and honey, then add almond milk and vanilla extract.
- Mix Everything Together: Combine wet and dry ingredients, add optional ingredients if desired, and mix well.
- Set and Chill: Press the mixture into the baking dish, refrigerate for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Slice and Serve: Cut into bars and store in the fridge for a convenient snack option.
Notes
- Use plant-based protein powder for a vegan version.
- Experiment with nut or seed butter alternatives for flavor variety.
- Customize with nuts or dried fruit for added texture and taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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