Description
Quick, no-bake high-protein bars made with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for pre/post-workout fuel or a sweet-free snack with a 32g protein total. Ready in under 25 minutes with customizable mix-ins!
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
3/4 cup peanut butter (or nut/seed butter)
1 banana, mashed
1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup/agave)
1/2 cup ground flaxseed
1 cup protein powder (vegetarian/halal-friendly)
2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
3/4 cup mix-ins (chopped dates, dried fruit, chocolate chips, coconut, or nuts)
Instructions
Mix oats, peanut butter, mashed banana, honey, flaxseed, protein powder, vanilla extract, and salt in a bowl until fully combined
Fold in mix-ins of choice for added texture
If mixture is too dry, add 1-2 tbsp milk/water or extra honey
Press the mixture firmly into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan
Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour or until firm
Cut into bars and store in refrigerator
Notes
Use a vegan protein powder for plant-based option
Adjust mix-ins by texture preference (chopped nuts = crunchy, dates = chewy)
Wrap individual bars in parchment for portable storage
Protein total in recipe is ~32g (adjust serving size for per-bar protein)
Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 5 days
- Prep Time: 20
- Category: High Protein Snacks
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American