Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars
MACRO-VERIFIED 20G PROTEIN

GLUTEN-FREE CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER PROTEIN BARS
(MACRO-VERIFIED)

Protein

20G

Calories

220

Prep Time

15M

Bake Time

20M

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INGREDIENTS

ingredient(s) swapped

Nutrition Facts

Updated with substitutions

10 servings per recipe

Serving size

1 bars

Amount per serving

Calories

220

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 10g

13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g

7%

Dietary Fiber 4g

14%

Total Sugars 6g

Protein 20g

40%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Verified using USDA FoodData Central

INSTRUCTIONS

1

In a large bowl, combine the gluten-free oats, protein powder, and salt.

2

Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until a thick, sticky dough forms.

3

Fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

4

Press the mixture firmly into an 8x8 inch pan lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

5

Cut into 10 bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

TROUBLESHOOTING

My bars are too dry

Try adding 1-2 tablespoons more liquid (milk, yogurt, or egg whites). Also ensure you're not over-measuring the protein powder - use the scoop and level method.

They didn't rise properly

Check your baking powder is fresh (test by adding to hot water - it should bubble vigorously). Also, don't overmix the batter as this can deflate the air bubbles.

The texture is rubbery

This usually means too much protein powder or overbaking. Reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes and check doneness with a toothpick.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Original Substitute Notes
Whey Protein Casein, Plant Blend May need +10ml liquid
Greek Yogurt Cottage Cheese, Skyr Blend smooth first
Egg Whites Flax Egg, Aquafaba For vegan option
Oat Flour Almond Flour, Coconut Flour Coconut: use 1/3 amount

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