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No Bake Protein Bar Recipe

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This no-bake protein bar recipe is a quick and healthy breakfast option packed with plant-based protein and wholesome ingredients like dates, peanut butter, almonds, chia seeds, and dark chocolate. It's perfect for a nutritious grab-and-go snack that requires no baking and minimal prep time. The bars are naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup, providing sustained energy and rich flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 100g medjool dates, roughly chopped
  • 250g crunchy peanut butter
  • 125g plant-based protein powder (unflavoured)
  • 100g ground almonds
  • 75g milled chia seeds
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 175ml water
  • 150g dark chocolate (80%), roughly chopped

Optional Decorations

  • Chopped pistachios
  • Dried goji berries, roughly chopped
  • Coconut flakes
  • Cacao nibs

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients and Tin: Gather all ingredients and line a 20x20cm baking tin with parchment paper, ensuring it fits snugly for easy removal of bars later.
  2. Soak and Mash Dates: Boil a small amount of water and pour just enough over the chopped dates in a shallow bowl to cover them. Let soak for 10 minutes to soften. Then mash into a spreadable paste using a potato masher or fork.
  3. Blend Protein Mixture: In a food processor, combine peanut butter, protein powder, ground almonds, milled chia seeds, maple syrup, and water. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Scrape into the lined baking tin and press down firmly to create an even layer.
  4. Spread Date Paste: Evenly spread the mashed date mixture over the pressed protein base in the tin, smoothing the surface as much as possible.
  5. Chill to Set: Place the tin in the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes until the bars are firm enough to slice.
  6. Melt Chocolate: Set up a double boiler by placing a bowl of chopped dark chocolate over a pan of simmering water. Heat gently, ensuring the bowl does not touch the water, stirring occasionally until fully melted.
  7. Dip and Decorate Bars: Arrange a wire rack over a baking tray. Cut the chilled mixture into 12 even bars. Dip each bar into the melted chocolate, allowing excess to drip off, then place on the wire rack. While the chocolate is still wet, sprinkle with your choice of optional toppings such as pistachios, goji berries, coconut flakes, or cacao nibs.
  8. Set and Store: Let the chocolate set at room temperature for 5-10 minutes, then transfer the bars to a container and store in the refrigerator to keep firm and fresh.

Notes

  • Ensure dates are soaked sufficiently to create a smooth paste, which binds the bars well.
  • If you don’t have a food processor, use a powerful blender to mix the ingredients smoothly.
  • You can substitute crunchy peanut butter with smooth peanut butter or any other nut butter of choice.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
  • For a sweeter bar, increase maple syrup slightly, but keep in mind the nutritional content will change.
  • The chocolate dipping step is optional but adds a decadent finish and extra texture to the bars.

Find it online: https://simpleplatter.com/no-bake-protein-bar-recipe/