Mint Chocolate Protein Bars - No Bake + Gluten Free
Mint Chocolate Protein Bars that are surprisingly easy to make! These protein bars are totally gluten-free and made with simple, real food ingredients. Great for a satisfying snack or even dessert. Pure enjoymint!
Servings 16
Calories 122kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups quick or rolled oats *certified gluten free
- ⅓ cup chia seeds
- ¼ cup vanilla protein powder
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- ¼ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup almond milk
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
Instructions
- Line a 9x9 dish with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl stir together the dry ingredients (the first five listed) and in a medium sized bowl stir together the wet ingredients (the last four), then combine the two in the large bowl and mix well.
- Press the mixture into the dish very firmly and place in the freezer for 30-45 minutes to set.
- Cut into eight bars or sixteen squares.
- Store refrigerated in a sealed container.
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Notes
- Using a whey protein powder seems to hold together the best. Use either vanilla or chocolate flavor.
- Store these in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Store in the freezer for a firmer texture.
- Instead of mint extract, peppermint essential oil (food grade) is a good substitute. You only need 2-3 drops to flavor the mixture. Peppermint oil and extract are super strong so always take care when measuring and adding to a recipe.
- Substitute plant-based milk such as almond milk to make these bars vegan and dairy-free.
- Use almond butter instead of peanut butter. Also, substitute the maple syrup as a sweetener and use brown rice syrup or honey instead.
Nutrition
Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 0.9mg