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Vegan Chip Protein Bars Recipe

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These vegan Chip Protein Bars are a delicious and healthy snack option packed with plant-based protein and natural ingredients. Made with almond butter, pumpkin puree, and vanilla protein powder, these bars feature a rich chocolate topping and are perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout treat. They require no baking and are ready in about 30 minutes plus chilling time.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes plus chilling time
  • Yield: 12 bars

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup almond butter (just dry roasted almonds)
  • 1/2 cup organic pumpkin puree
  • 2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup (or favorite liquid sweetener)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup plant based vanilla protein powder (50g)
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup miniature dark chocolate chips

Topping Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 2 Tbsp almond butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan: Line an 8″ x 4″ loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside for easy removal of the bars later.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, almond butter, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir with a spatula until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Incorporate the vanilla plant-based protein powder, cinnamon, and salt into the wet mixture. The resulting dough should resemble a thick, playdough-like consistency.
  4. Fold in Mini Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the miniature dark chocolate chips into the dough to distribute them evenly.
  5. Press Base Into Pan: Firmly press the mixture into the prepared loaf pan to create an even base layer. Place the pan in the freezer to firm up while preparing the chocolate topping.
  6. Melt Chocolate Topping: Melt the dark chocolate chips slowly in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave in 20-second increments. Once melted, stir in the almond butter until smooth.
  7. Pour Topping: Remove the base from the freezer and pour the chocolate topping evenly over it, smoothing the surface so the topping reaches all edges of the pan.
  8. Chill Bars: Place the pan in the refrigerator to set the bars. Chill for at least 1 hour, though overnight chilling is recommended for best results.
  9. Cut Bars: Once set, remove the bars from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into desired sizes. The recipe suggests cutting into 12 bars.
  10. Store: Keep the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Use high-quality plant-based vanilla protein powder for best flavor and nutrition.
  • For vegan-friendly chocolate chips, check packaging to ensure no dairy ingredients.
  • Chilling the bars overnight enhances texture and flavor melding.
  • Store bars refrigerated to prevent melting and maintain firmness.
  • These bars are great as a pre- or post-workout snack or anytime energy boost.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Vegan

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/vegan-chip-protein-bars-recipe/