You know those Perfect Bars sold in grocery stores that taste so good, but they are also SO EXPENSIVE? Yeah, me too, so that is why I created this recipe. Why spend $2.00 on ONE perfect bar when you can make TWELVE for way less money? COUNT ME IN!
These perfect bars are the PERFECT treat to get some extra protein. Besides, everything just tastes better when it’s made at HOME. This is a great way to ensure your ingredients are fresh and wholesome. Keep reading for the full recipe and nutrient highlights!
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 1/4 CUP OAT FLOUR
- 1/4 CUP VANILLA PROTEIN POWDER
- 1/4 TSP SEA SALT
- 1/2 CUP NATURAL PEANUT BUTTER
- 1/3 CUP LOCAL HONEY
- 1 TSP PURE VANILLA EXTRACT
- 1 TBSP COCONUT OIL, MELTED
- 3/4 CUP MINI DARK CHOCOLATE CHIPS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- IN A LARGE BOWL, COMBINE OAT FLOUR, PROTEIN POWDER, AND SEA SALT. i
2. ADD IN ALL REMAINING INGREDIENTS EXCEPT THE CHOCOLATE CHIPS.
3. ONCE COMBINED, FOLD IN CHOCOLATE CHIPS UNTIL EVEN THROUGHOUT.
4. TRANSFER DOUGH INTO AN 8X4 PAN AND PRESS UNTIL SMOOTH AND EVENLY DISTRIBUTED.
5. STORE DOUGH IN REFRIGERATOR FOR AT LEAST 1 HOUR BEFORE SERVING. (STORE IN FREEZER FOR UP TO 3 MONTHS).
NUTRITION
- Serving Size: 1 Bar
- Calories: 163
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
As always, if you make these Homemade Perfect Bars, be sure to leave a comment and star rating below. Your feedback is welcomed and appreciated!
Recipe inspired and adapted by ErinLivesWhole