Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Granola Bars

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Granola Bars are a perfect gluten-free and vegan snack option. Packed with plant-based protein, they are a delicious and nutritious way to satisfy your cravings. Enjoy them as a quick on-the-go breakfast or a wholesome snack.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
• 1/2 cup vegan protein powder pea or hemp protein
• 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions:

Line an 8x8-inch 20x20 cm baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and vegan protein powder

In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the peanut butter and maple syrup together for 30 seconds, or until they are easy to stir together

Stir in the almond milk, vanilla extract, and salt into the peanut butter and maple syrup mixture

Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until well combined

Fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips and chopped peanuts

Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan, ensuring its evenly distributed and compacted

Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are firm and set

Once set, use the parchment paper overhangs to lift the bars out of the pan

Cut into 12 bars or your desired size

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for longer storage