Protein Boost Bars

Protein Boost Bars

Items within the bar- (choices are always yours, or switch them up)

Any seeds:

Hemp seeds

Flax seeds

Chia seeds

Sun seeds

Pepitas

Any nuts:

Peanuts

Cashews

Almonds

(I tend to rough chop- so size isn’t too big)

Any fruit:

Craisins

Raisins

Dates

Other fun items:

Choc chips (white, dark, carob)

Unsweetened Coconut

Protein Source: 6-8 scoops

Powder unflavored or Vanilla

(I use both collagen and pea)

Nut Butter:

Peanut Butter

Almond Butter

Sweetener: (if not already in the protein powder)- about a ¼ cup

Maple Syrup

Honey

Agave

Binding:

Coconut Oil (solid) – start with ¾ cup can add more if needed

Filler:

Oatmeal – small amount to start (rest after mixed)

Start with all your dry ingredients in a bowl- mine is usually about 4-6 cups worth- (the more the thicker the bar)

Melt the peanut butter and the coconut oil- microwave or small pot- add sweetener and pour over dry ingredients- stir well until all items are wet and sticky. (add oatmeal as u choose to make into a peanut butter cookie dough consistency)- this ratio can depend on your ingredients, you can always add either moisture or oatmeal to re-balance.

Line pan with Wax paper this is huge!- makes it way easier to cut when hard-

I like my bars thick so depending on how much mix I have: I will use 9x9 or if I have a big bowl I will use 9x13. You will get a feel for this as you press your first pan in.   (they can also be pressed into balls if you want to take the time- sticky and time consuming but pretty on presentation)- 

Bars Inspired by Kyron Christopherson. 

Posted by Tanya Rice