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Snickers Protein Bar Recipe

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  • Author: Ezabella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 32 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Snickers Protein Bar recipe combines the nostalgic flavors of a classic Snickers candy bar with the nutritional boost of protein. Featuring three delicious layers—a nugget oat base, a peanut butter caramel middle, and a rich chocolate coating—each bar delivers approximately 11 grams of protein. Perfect as a healthy snack or post-workout treat, these bars are easy to assemble and freeze for a satisfying indulgence.

Ingredients

Nuget Oat Layer

  • 1.5 cups oat flour
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder (such as Garden of Life Whey)
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup all-natural, drippy peanut butter

Peanut Butter Caramel Layer

  • ½ cup all-natural, drippy peanut butter
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil
  • ¾ cup chopped, salted peanuts

Chocolate Coating

  • 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside to make removal easier later.
  2. Make the Nuget Oat Layer: In a large bowl, vigorously mix together oat flour, vanilla protein powder, maple syrup, and peanut butter until a thick dough forms. Transfer the mixture into the lined pan and press firmly and evenly to create a smooth base layer.
  3. Prepare the Peanut Butter Caramel Layer: In a separate bowl, combine peanut butter, maple syrup, and melted coconut oil until fully blended. Fold in the chopped salted peanuts, then pour this caramel mixture evenly over the oat base, smoothing the top carefully.
  4. Freeze Base Layers: Place the pan in the freezer for 1 hour to allow both layers to harden completely, which helps when adding the chocolate coating.
  5. Melt the Chocolate Coating: Place the semi-sweet chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 20-second increments, stirring after each until the chocolate is melted and glossy.
  6. Slice the Bars: Once hardened, lift the parchment paper to remove the layered bars from the pan and cut into 12 even bars.
  7. Coat with Chocolate: Quickly, while bars are still frozen, dip each bar one at a time into the melted chocolate or spoon chocolate over each bar, ensuring it is completely coated. Allow excess chocolate to drip off and place coated bars on a wire rack set over parchment paper sprayed with nonstick spray. Optionally, sprinkle sea salt on top of each bar.
  8. Set the Chocolate: Transfer the chocolate-coated bars to a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet and return them to the freezer until the chocolate is fully set.
  9. Store: Once set, store bars in a freezer-safe bag or container to keep them fresh and firm until ready to enjoy.

Notes

  • Working quickly while coating bars in chocolate ensures the bars stay firm and the coating is smooth.
  • Using parchment paper lined pan makes removing bars easier and prevents sticking.
  • The bars are best stored frozen; let them sit at room temperature a few minutes before eating for easier biting.
  • You can substitute other nuts or nut butters as desired, but this will alter the flavor and texture.
  • Sea salt sprinkled on top adds a nice contrast to the sweetness.
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: Snack, Protein Bar
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://kitchenloving.com/snickers-protein-bar-recipe/