PB Cookie Dough Protein Bars [No Bake]

Having snack after snack, yet still hungry?
Many snacks lack nutrients, leaving you unsatisfied and craving more. These no-bake Cookie Dough Protein Bars are a game-changer. Made with high-quality ingredients, they’re not only delicious but also packed with nutrients to keep you full and energised. Perfect for when you need a quick, nourishing snack!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup peanut butter

• 1/2 cup light raw honey

• 1 tbsp coconut oil

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 TBSP filtered water (more may be needed)

• 1 cup unflavoured protein powder*

• 2/3 cup oat flour

• 1/4 tsp flaky salt

• 1/2 cup chocolate chunks or chips

• 100g/ 3.5oz 70%+ dark chocolate, melted (for topping)

Optional for finishing:

• Flaky salt

• Rose petals

Method

1. Mix the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, coconut oil, vanilla extract until smooth and water.

2. Add the dry ingredients: Stir in the protein powder, oat flour, and flaky salt until a dough forms (add more water if needed)

3. Fold in the chocolate: Gently mix in the chocolate chunks or chips.

4. Shape the bars: Press the dough into a lined 8x8-inch pan, spreading it evenly.

5. Melt the chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl or over a double boiler, melt the dark chocolate until smooth. Spread it evenly over the cookie dough layer.

6. Chill: Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or until the mixture is firm.

7. Cut and finish: Slice into bars. If desired, sprinkle with flaky salt and rose petals for an extra touch.

8. Store: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

• I use Sprout Living Original Protein Powder for this recipe. You can find it here (affiliate link).

• Feel free to swap honey for maple syrup to make this recipe vegan.

• Peanut butter can be substituted with any nut or seed butter, like almond or sunflower butter, to suit your preference.