Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars
A simple, protein-packed snack with a rich chocolate topping! No-Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars are great for busy families.
Finding a healthy and quick snack for our busy family is a challenge sometimes. Now that it is baseball season, we need all of the easy, protein-packed snacks we can get – that’s why I love these Easy No-Bake Protein Bars!
No-Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars
The only thing better than No-Bakes are ones with peanut butter and dark chocolate!
This snack recipe is made with only 8 simple ingredients. Only taking 15 minutes to make and 30 more to firm – these snacks will be on rotation all springtime long!
Why You’ll Love My No-Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars
✔️ No-Bake & Easy – Perfect for busy days!
✔️ Protein-Rich – A satisfying and nourishing snack.
✔️ Naturally Sweetened – Made with honey for a touch of natural sweetness – no sugar added!
✔️ Decadent Chocolate Topping – The perfect balance of sweet and salty!
These sweet and nutty bars are packed full of protein. You can feel good about your kiddos eating these between games and after school. Even my husband likes grabbing one when he’s heading out the door in the morning!
The dark chocolate bark on top perfectly matches the nutty peanut butter filling. And my favorite part? You don’t have that chalky protein powder taste!
What You’ll Need to Make No-Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars
These nutty treats require only 8 ingredients, and they’ll all panty-staples! They can be versatile, so if you have a different flavor protein powder on hand, mix it in!
No-Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars Base Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups natural peanut butter
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup unflavored protein powder (about 2 scoops – use protein powder of choice)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups rolled oats
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1/4 cup 100% cacao chips (or chocolate chips of choice)
Chocolate Topping Ingredients
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (I used cacao chips for a sugar-free option)
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Coarse sea salt (optional, for finishing)
Not A Dark Chocolate Fan?
Switch out the cacao chips for your favorite chip of choice! A creamy milk chocolate would be delicious. Maybe try a rich white chocolate coating? Now my head is spinning with new varieties!
Tools You’ll Need
- Large and small bowls
- 9 inch square casserole dish
- Spatula
- Freezer
Step By Step Directions to Make My No-Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars
Making The Base
In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, protein powder, vanilla extract, oats, sea salt, and chocolate chips. Stir until well combined.
Press Into a Dish
Line a square casserole dish with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the pan, spreading it thin.
Making the Chocolate Topping
In a small bowl, melt ¼ cup chocolate chips with 1 tsp coconut oil.
Stir until smooth, then pour over the peanut butter mixture, spreading evenly.
Add The Finishing Touch
Sprinkle coarse sea salt on top, if desired.
Chill To Set
Place in the freezer for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Dark Chocolate Protein Bars
A simple, protein-packed snack with a rich chocolate topping! Using only 8 healthy ingredients, this guilt-free treat is great for busy families.
Ingredients
- Base Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups natural peanut butter
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup unflavored protein powder (about 2 scoops - use protein powder of choice)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ⅓ cups rolled oats
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1/4 cup 100% cacao chips (or chocolate chips of choice)
- For the Chocolate Topping:
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (I used cacao chips for a sugar-free option)
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- Coarse sea salt (optional, for finishing)
Instructions
Mix the base – In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, protein powder, vanilla extract, oats, sea salt, and chocolate chips. Stir until well combined.
Press into a dish – Line a casserole dish with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the pan, spreading it thin.
Make the topping – In a small bowl, melt ¼ cup chocolate chips with 1 tsp coconut oil. Stir until smooth, then pour over the peanut butter mixture, spreading evenly.
Add the finishing touch – Sprinkle coarse sea salt on top, if desired.
Chill to set – Place in the freezer for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
Cut & store – Slice into squares and enjoy! Store in the fridge for a softer texture or keep in the freezer for up to a month.
Notes
You can substitute the dark chocolate chips for your favorite chocolate. Milk, semi-sweet, white? The possibilities are endless!
FAQs
Of course! Replace the cacao chips 1:1 with any chocolate chips of your choice!
These bars stay fresh for one week in the fridge or up to one month in an airtight container in your freezer.
Tips
Don’t burn your chocolate when melting in the microwave! Try melting with increments of 5-10 seconds in the microwave; stirring between each interval to make sure not to burn the chocolate.
How to Store No- Bake Protein Bars
Slice bars into squares and enjoy!
Store in the fridge for a softer texture or keep in the freezer for up to a month.
