Description
These no-bake Blueberry Protein Bars are a delicious and healthy snack option packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidant-rich blueberries. They are gluten-free, easy to prepare, and perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout recovery.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup blueberries
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons blueberry jam
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Topping
- 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips (use dairy free if needed)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal of the bars later.
- Mix Ingredients: Add oat flour, vanilla protein powder, blueberries, almond butter, blueberry jam, maple syrup, ground flaxseed, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt to a food processor. Process until the mixture is well combined and holds together when pressed. It should be pliable and roll into a ball without sticking to your hands. If too sticky, add an extra tablespoon of oat flour.
- Press into Pan: Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and press down firmly into an even layer using the back of a spoon or your hands to compact the mixture.
- Chill Bars: Refrigerate the mixture in the pan for at least 2 hours until it firms up enough to cut.
- Melt Topping: In the microwave, melt the white chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth and fully melted.
- Cut and Drizzle: Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the firmed mixture out of the pan. Cut into 6 even bars and drizzle the melted white chocolate mixture over the bars.
- Store and Serve: Store the bars in the refrigerator until ready to enjoy, keeping them firm and fresh.
Notes
- Use dairy-free white chocolate chips if you require a vegan or dairy-free version.
- If the mixture is too sticky, add oat flour little by little until the desired consistency is achieved.
- These bars keep well refrigerated for up to one week.
- Feel free to swap blueberries with other berries or dried fruits for variation.
- For extra crunch, consider adding chopped nuts or seeds into the mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
