Protein Snickers Bars
One of my all time favorite "healthier" desserts. Takes some time to make, but double the batch and stock 'em in your freezer. You won't regret it.
Hard to beat peanut butter & chocolate…until you add protein.
This “healthier” dessert helped me satisfy my sweet tooth while still losing nearly 40lb postpartum and keep them off without having to sacrifice dessert. I highly recommend adding it to the arsenal of recipes for anyone looking to lose weight without giving up sweets!
Ingredients:
Layer 1
2/3 c vanilla protein powder
1/2 c almond flour
2 tbs maple syrup
6 tbs non-dairy milk (I use unsweet almond)
Layer 2
1/2 c peanut butter (or other nut/seed butter of choice)
2 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
2 tbs maple syrup
Pinch sea salt
1/3 c peanuts (+ more for topping)
Layer 3
1.5 c chocolate chips
1.5 tbsp coconut oil
Steps:
Add layer 1 ingredients to a bowl & mix. Press into parchment paper-lined loaf pan and set in the freezer.
Add layer 2 ingredients (except peanuts) to a bowl & mix. Stir in peanuts and pour over layer 1. Add extra peanuts on top. Set in the freezer 1-2 hours.
Make layer 3 by melting the chocolate + coconut oil over the stovetop or in 30-second intervals in the microwave (stir in between).
Remove bars from loaf pan & slice. Dip each bar into melted chocolate and place on a plate or tray. Top with sea salt. Set back in the freezer to harden and enjoy!
I store mine in the freezer long-term, but keep a batch in the fridge to snack from!
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