Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Bars
These healthy cookie dough protein bars are perfect for a quick, on-the-go snack or a delicious dessert-like treat.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup (120 g) oat flour (or blend rolled oats until fine)
- ½ cup (60 g) vegan vanilla protein powder
- ¼ cup (65 g) natural peanut butter
- 3 tbsp (45 mL) maple syrup
- ¼ cup (60 mL) unsweetened plant milk (more if needed for dough texture)
- 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- ¼ cup (45 g) mini vegan chocolate chips (like Enjoy Life brand)
Optional Chocolate Topping
- ½ cup (90 g) mini vegan chocolate chips
- 1 tsp (5 mL) coconut oil
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine oat flour, vegan protein powder, and salt.
- Add peanut butter, maple syrup, plant milk, and vanilla to the bowl and mix until a thick dough forms. If it seems too dry, add a bit more plant milk (1 tsp at a time).
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
- Press the dough evenly into a parchment-lined 8x4" loaf pan.
- Optional topping: Melt ½ cup vegan chocolate chips with 1 tsp coconut oil. (Can be done in the microwave.) Spread chocolate sauce evenly over dough.
- Refrigerate 1-2 hours until firm. Remove from the refrigerator and cut into 8 bars.
- These keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or in the freezer for up to two months.
Notes
Nutrition Information: Recipe yields: 8 servings, Per serving: Calories: 267, Protein: 11g, Fiber: 4g, Carbohydrates: 28g, Fat: 13g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Sugar: 16g, Cholesterol: 0mg
**Please note: These nutrition facts are provided as an estimate and may vary depending on your ingredients. Check product labels or use an online calculator for additional accuracy.