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HOME MADE PROTEIN AND CARBOHYDRATE BAR

5 from 2 votes
A Home Made Protein and Carbohydrate Bar isn’t just a mouthful of words but also a delightful mouthful of nutrients. The quest to find that perfect balance between protein and carbs ends right here! In the next few lines, you’ll dive deep into a delicious, easy-to-make recipe that hits all the nutritional check marks, while skipping on those unnecessary additives found in store-bought bars. Ready, champ? Let’s dive in!
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Servings: 2 people
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

INGREDIENTS
  • Oats: 1 cup 235 ml
  • Protein powder vanilla or chocolate flavor: 2 scoops (60 grams)
  • Peanut butter natural, unsweetened: 3 tbsp (45 ml)
  • Honey: 2 tbsp 30 ml
  • Almonds chopped: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
  • Dark chocolate chips optional: 2 tbsp (30 ml)
  • Chia seeds: 1 tbsp 15 ml

Method
 

INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Start by lining a rectangular baking dish with parchment paper. This makes it easy to remove and slice the Home Made Protein and Carbohydrate Bar later.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, protein powder, chia seeds, and chopped almonds.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the peanut butter and honey. Microwave for about 30 seconds until it becomes a smooth, combined mixture.
  4. Pour the peanut butter and honey mixture into the dry ingredients. Begin stirring to combine.
  5. Slowly add water, a tablespoon at a time, until the mix reaches a consistency that’s neither too dry nor too sticky.
  6. Once mixed well, fold in the dark chocolate chips if you’re adding them.
  7. Transfer the mixture to your lined baking dish, pressing it firmly into an even layer.
  8. Place the baking dish in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
  9. Once set, remove the bar mixture from the freezer, lift it from the dish using the parchment paper, and slice it into bars.
  10. Store these Home Made Protein and Carbohydrate Bars in the fridge in an airtight container. They’re perfect for a quick on-the-go snack!

Notes

TIPS
If you’re not a fan of peanut butter, swap it out for almond or cashew butter.
Customize your Home Made Protein and Carbohydrate Bar by adding dried fruits or other seeds.
For those who prefer a hint of flavor, a dash of vanilla extract or cinnamon can elevate the taste.
If you want to cut down on sugar, replace honey with a natural sweetener like stevia, but keep in mind it might alter the taste slightly.