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No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars (5 Simple Ingredients!)

No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars with 5 Simple Ingredients

Enjoy these No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars made with just five simple ingredients—perfect for a quick snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Almond butter can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup oats Gluten-free oats work for gluten-free option.
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup Agave syrup is a vegan alternative.
Topping Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Dairy-free chocolate chips can keep it vegan.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Baking dish
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, oats, and honey or maple syrup until fully incorporated.
  2. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the dish.
  3. Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring until smooth and pour over the pressed mixture.
  4. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until firm.
  5. Remove from the dish using parchment overhang, cut into bars, and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure to press the mixture firmly for best results. Customize with favorite nut butters or added ingredients for variety.

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