Quick 'n Easy No-Bake Protein Bars

Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
19%
Quick 'n Easy No-Bake Protein Bars
15 min.
12
183kcal

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If you're searching for a quick and easy snack that fuels your body without the hassle of baking, look no further than these No-Bake Protein Bars! Perfect for busy lifestyles, these bars can be whipped up in just 15 minutes, making them an ideal option for anyone on the go. Whether you're looking for a post-workout treat, a midday energy boost, or a delicious dessert, these bars have got you covered.

Packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free and gluten-free, ensuring it meets a variety of dietary needs while still delivering on flavor. The combination of nut or seed butter, creamy maple syrup, and rich dark chocolate chips will satisfy your sweet tooth without derailing your health goals. Plus, the addition of rice crisp cereal adds a delightful crunch that contrasts beautifully with the chewy oats.

What’s more, you can easily customize these bars with your favorite mix-ins or toppings, making them as unique as your taste buds. Store them in the freezer, and you’ll always have a nutritious snack ready to enjoy. Say goodbye to store-bought protein bars filled with preservatives and additives—these homemade treats are wholesome, delicious, and incredibly satisfying. Try making them today, and discover just how delightful healthy snacking can be!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 tablespoon coconut oil 
  • 0.5 cup rice cereal crisp
  • tablespoons chocolate chips dark mini (I use Enjoy Life)
  • 0.3 teaspoon grain sea salt to taste fine
  • 0.5 cup maple syrup pure (or liquid sweetener)
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened/unflavoured vegan protein powder (I use Sunwarrior Warrior Blend Natural)
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats gluten-free
  • 0.5 cup julienne-cut oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract pure

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking paper
  • pot

Directions

  1. Line an 8-inch square pan with a piece of parchment paper.
  2. Mix the oat flour, protein powder, rice crisp, and salt together in a large bowl.
  3. Add in the nut/seed butter, maple syrup, and vanilla. Stir well to combine. If the mixture is a bit dry, add a splash of non-dairy milk and mix again.Press into pan and roll out with a pastry roller until smooth. Pop into the freezer.Melt the chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a small pot over low heat. When half of the chips have melted, remove from heat and stir until smooth.After freezing the bars for about 5-10 minutes, remove from freezer and slice into bars.
  4. Drizzle with melted chocolate and freeze again until set. Store in the freezer for a week or longer in an air-tight freezer bag or container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories183kcal
Protein15.83%
Fat36.94%
Carbs47.23%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.21
Glycemic Load
5.64
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
8.5608695875043%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:182.86kcal
9.14%
Fat:7.76g
11.94%
Saturated Fat:2.25g
14.05%
Carbohydrates:22.32g
7.44%
Net Carbohydrates:20.88g
7.59%
Sugar:9.55g
10.61%
Cholesterol:0.04mg
0.01%
Sodium:108.96mg
4.74%
Alcohol:0.11g
100%
Alcohol %:0.32%
100%
Protein:7.48g
14.96%
Manganese:1.02mg
50.88%
Phosphorus:162.62mg
16.26%
Copper:0.32mg
15.83%
Magnesium:60.26mg
15.07%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.59%
Folate:45.96µg
11.49%
Iron:2.03mg
11.28%
Zinc:1.51mg
10.05%
Vitamin B5:0.92mg
9.19%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.69%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.35%
Fiber:1.44g
5.76%
Calcium:56.72mg
5.67%
Vitamin B3:1.01mg
5.06%
Selenium:3.38µg
4.83%
Potassium:104.68mg
2.99%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.22%