Homemade Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Protein Bars
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these Homemade Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Protein Bars! Soft, chewy, and packed with flavor, they offer the perfect blend of peanut butter and chocolate. These no-bake bars are quick to prepare and make an ideal snack for any occasion—whether you’re rushing out the door or winding down after a workout. With wholesome ingredients and customizable options, you can easily tailor them to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes (chill time)
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (unsweetened)
- ½ cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats and protein powder until well combined.
- Add peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract; stir until it forms a sticky dough.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips gently.
- Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the pan.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until firm.
- Cut into bars or squares and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter. Experiment with add-ins like dried fruit or seeds for added texture and flavor.