Happy Valentine's Day, everyone. Here's the latest from the test kitchen.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bars
No-Bake • Freezer Friendly • Protein-Boosted
Peanut Butter Base
¾ cup natural peanut butter
⅓ cup honey
1½ cups rolled oats
⅓ cup vanilla protein powder
2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted
1 tsp vanilla (optional)
Chocolate Topping
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 Tbsp coconut oil, melted
¼ cup chocolate protein powder*
Directions (Food Processor – Recommended)
Melt the coconut oil and divide:
• 2 Tbsp for base
• 1 Tbsp for topping
Add peanut butter, honey, 2 Tbsp melted coconut oil, vanilla, protein powder, and oats to food processor.
Process until fully combined and slightly sticky.
Press firmly into a parchment-lined 9x9 pan.
(Use an 8x8 pan for thicker bars.)
Melt chocolate chips with 1 Tbsp coconut oil.
Stir in the chocolate protein powder until smooth.
Spread evenly over base.
Freeze 1–2 hours until set.
Slice into 16 bars. Store refrigerated or frozen.
Note: You can mix everything by hand in a bowl for a slightly chunkier texture.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Bar – 16 Servings)
Calories: ~235
Protein: ~9–10g
Carbohydrates: ~22g
Fiber: ~3–4g
Fat: ~14g
Protein Powder Recommendation
I recommend Shaklee Life Shake® because it provides:
20g protein per serving
25 vitamins & minerals
Gluten-free
No added sugar