Vegan Peanut Butter & Jelly Protein Bars
MACRO-VERIFIED 17G PROTEIN

VEGAN PEANUT BUTTER & JELLY PROTEIN BARS
(MACRO-VERIFIED)

Protein

17G

Calories

260

Prep Time

15M

Bake Time

20M

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INGREDIENTS

ingredient(s) swapped

Nutrition Facts

Updated with substitutions

12 servings per recipe

Serving size

1 bars

Amount per serving

Calories

260

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 14g

18%

Total Carbohydrate 25g

9%

Dietary Fiber 5g

18%

Total Sugars 12g

Protein 17g

34%

*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 bowl, combine the peanut butter, protein powder, rolled oats, and maple syrup. Mix until a dough forms.

2

Press two-thirds of the dough into a lined 8x8 inch pan.

3

Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the peanut butter layer.

4

Crumble the remaining dough over the jam layer.

5

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

6

Cut into 12 bars and enjoy the classic PB&J flavor.

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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