My Mom's Scrumptious No Bake Protein Bars

Elevate your snack game with "My Mom's Scrumptious No Bake Protein Bars"—an irresistibly easy recipe that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Packed with rolled oats, creamy natural peanut butter, vanilla protein powder, and a hint of honey, these bars strike the perfect balance between nutrition and indulgence. Incorporating chia seeds for a superfood boost and dark chocolate chips for just the right touch of sweetness, this no-bake recipe requires only 15 minutes of prep time and no oven—ideal for busy days! Perfect for meal prep, these protein bars are a satisfying on-the-go breakfast, post-workout snack, or guilt-free dessert. Refrigerate or freeze for convenient make-ahead storage and enjoy homemade nourishment all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup Vanilla protein powder
• 1 cup Natural peanut butter
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, chia seeds, and salt. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl, add the natural peanut butter and honey. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds until slightly warmed, then stir until smooth.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract to the peanut butter and honey mixture, and stir again to incorporate.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix with a spatula until a thick, sticky dough forms. If the mixture feels too dry, add a tablespoon of warm water at a time until it holds together.

Step 6

Fold in the dark chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or your hands to press it firmly and evenly into the pan.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm and set.

Step 9

Once chilled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 even bars using a sharp knife.

Step 10

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(776.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3474.2

Total Fat 171.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 60mg	0%
Sodium 2202.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.5g	0%
Total Sugars 172.0g
Protein 196.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1245.4mg	0%
Iron 24.9mg	0%
Potassium 3375.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 21.4%

Carbs: 36.6%