Protein / Peanut Butter Bars (homemade)

• servings: 12 bars
• active time: 5 mins
• total time: 1 hr 5 mins

Ingredients

1 cup peanut butter

3/4 honey or maple syrup

1 1/2 cups quick oats

1 cup vanilla protein powder

Directions

1. Line a 9x9-inch or 7x11-in pan with parchment paper.

2. In an 8-cup microwave-safe bowl, heat the peanut butter and honey on high for 30 seconds; stir. Place bowl back in the microwave and heat for another 30 seconds. Stir again. Mix in the oats and protein powder until combined. Immediately spread evenly into the prepared pan.

3. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 1 hour. Remove from the fridge and cut into 12 bars. Cover and store on the counter at room temperature for up to 1 week. (I just store mine in the same pan with a lid.)

Notes

Storage

• You can store these in an airtight container in the fridge, but room temperature is fine.

• Try rolling mixture into dough balls for a different variation.

• Mix in your favorite mini chocolate chips or chopped nuts.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bar
• Calories: 263
• Protein: 13g