These German chocolate protein bars are filled with chocolate and coconut flavors for a gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and protein-packed treat.
They are healthier and nuttier to satisfy your hunger when you are on the go.
Very easy to make and requires no bake.
Ingredients
- 15 dates, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup oat flour
- ½ cup whey protein powder
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¾ cup chopped pecans, divided
- ¾ cup shredded coconut, divided
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon water, or more as needed
- 2 tablespoons semisweet chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Place dates in a bowl and add boiling water to cover. Let soak for 10 minutes. Strain dates and discard the water.
Step 2
Blend oat flour, protein powder, and cocoa powder in a food processor until well combined. Add dates, 1/2 cup pecans, 1/2 cup coconut, vanilla, and salt. Pulse to combine, adding water as needed, to get a soft dough consistency.
Step 3
Transfer dough to a bowl. Add remaining pecans, remaining coconut, and chocolate chips; mix well.
Step 4
Scrape dough onto a piece of parchment paper and place another piece of parchment paper on top. Toll bars out to about 1/2-inch thick. Refrigerate until firm, 2 to 3 hours.
Step 5
Slice into 12 bars and serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
Calories 201 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat12g | 15% |
Saturated Fat5g | 25% |
Cholesterol15mg | 5% |
Sodium132mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrate21g | 8% |
Dietary Fiber4g | 15% |
Total Sugars10g | |
Protein8g | |
Vitamin C0mg | 1% |
Calcium19mg | 1% |
Iron1mg | 7% |
Potassium199mg | 4% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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