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No-Bake Workout Bars

No-Bake Workout Bars for Easy Energy and Delicious Snacking

A delicious no-bake snack that provides high protein and energy, perfect for pre or post-workout fuel.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1.5 cups rolled oats can substitute with oat flour
  • 1 scoops clean protein powder choose plant-based for vegan version
For the Sweetness
  • 0.5 cups mini chocolate chips consider dark chocolate chunks for a healthier option
  • 0.5 cups raisins swap for dried cranberries or omit for lower sugar
For Binding and Texture
  • 1 cups natural peanut butter or almond butter for nut-free option
  • 0.5 cups lite coconut milk or almond milk for a different flavor
  • 0.25 cups raw honey agave syrup is a good vegan substitute
For Additional Nutrition
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds or ground flax seeds

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for No-Bake Workout Bars
  1. Blend Oats: Pulse 1 ½ cups of rolled oats in a blender until they reach a fine, flour-like consistency.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine oat flour, the remaining ½ cup of rolled oats, protein powder, mini chocolate chips, chia or ground flax seeds, and raisins.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together 1 cup of natural peanut butter, ½ cup of lite coconut milk, and ¼ cup of raw honey until smooth.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until all dry ingredients are coated.
  5. Press and Chill: Spread the mixture into a greased 9x9-inch baking pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  6. Cut Bars: Once firm, remove from the pan and cut into 12 even-sized bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use natural peanut butter without added sugars; measure ingredients accurately and allow at least 4 hours to chill for best texture.

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