This homemade protein cookie dough bars are truly the best meal prep snack around. They’re made in just one bowl with ingredients you can pronounce such as peanut butter, protein powder, and oat flour.
What is this protein bar recipe?
- Nut Butter: I used American Dreams Cinnamon Toffee crunch PB – but you can use whatever you want!
- Honey: I chose honey because it helps with stickiness. Maple syrup may not hold up as well.
- Vanilla extract: adds great flavor
- Vanilla protein powder: I used whey protein, but you can use any kind.
- Oat flour: ground oat flour can easily be made by putting oats in a food processor until it turns into flour, or you can buy some pre-made at the store.
Ingredient Swaps & Subs
The easiest swap you can make this protein cookie dough bars recipe is the nut butter. If you can’t do peanuts or don’t have it on hand, try almond butter or cashew butter.
Another simple swap is the type of protein powder. You can easily use whichever one you have on hand or like.
Top Tips for homemade Protein Cookie Dough Bars
Consistensy is key – You want to have a cookie dough consistency from your batter. This is why your recipe calls for honey! It will help all of your ingredients bind and stick together.
Multiple Pan sizes work!: don’t have an 8×8 pan? No worries! Since these are no-bake protein bars, you can use whatever pan ! Use a square pan or a loaf pan.
Optional Chocolate Topping
If there is an option for chocolate, the answer is always YES. All you need is 2 ingredients: chocolate chips & coconut oil.
Melt the them together and mix until smooth. After the protein cookien dough has sat in the fridge for a bit, pour on the top of your bars and use a spatula to spread it out evenly.
Let it set in the freezer for 30 minutes to harden before slicing into pieces.
FAQS
Can protein cookie dough bars help you build muscles?
Yes, protein bars can be a convenient and portable way to increase your protein intake, which is essential for muscle building and recovery after exercise. Protein is a macronutrient that provides the building blocks (amino acids) necessary for muscle repair and growth. Consuming protein bars as part of a balanced diet that includes other protein sources, such as lean meats, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes, and nuts, can help support muscle growth and repair.
Can I have more than one protein cookie dough bars a day?
Yes of course! I like to have everything in moderation!
Is this okay to eat everyday?
These homemade bars are okay to eat everyday because they are naturally sweetened and have protein powder.
How should I store these bars?
Once your cookie dough bars have been sliced and the chocolate has hardened, transfer into an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 7 days.
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Protein Cookie Dough Bars
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup nut butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tbsp almond flour or oat flour
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Chocolate Topping
- 1/2 cup chocolate
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined and smooth.
- Add the protein powder and almond flour or oat flour to the nut butter mixture. Mix until everything is evenly incorporated and a dough-like consistency forms.
- Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- If desired, transfer the cookie dough to the refrigerator and chill for about 30 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Melt your chocolate and coconut oil in the microwave in 20 second increments until fully melted.
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