Curb hunger and boost your energy with this healthy vegan protein bar recipe! These no-bake protein bars are dense, loaded with fuel, and contain a secret ingredient to help you re-energize.
Sweetened with chocolate chips and maple syrup these energy-boosting protein bars make the perfect afternoon snack.
This vegan protein bar recipe is the perfect combo of fueling and energy-boosting!
Made with one of my favorite secret ingredients as a Certified Nutrition Coach, these energy-boosting bars are allergy-friendly and the perfect afternoon snack.
Likewise, they're the perfect blend of indulgence and food for fuel (just like this iced coffee protein shake).
They have a base of almond meal and oats (gluten-free if needed), so while dense they're also deliciously chocolate-chip-based.
Ingredients You'll Need
Before you start, learn everything you need to know about making homemade protein bars (step-by-step guide!) so that you can always fall back on making your own creations.
Regular oats: oats are an easy way to bulk up the recipe and stretch it further. Plus, they're a great source of recovery post-workout.
Vanilla Protein Powder: the protein powder you choose will affect the flavor and the texture of the vegan protein bars. Make sure you choose a vanilla protein powder as per any allergy requirements.
Almond flour: not to be mistaken with almond meal (learn the difference) almond flour adds an extra boost of healthy fats.
Nut Butter: any nut butter will work in this vegan protein bar recipe (almond butter or natural peanut butter is our go-to!). So, mix and match with different ones to switch up the flavor.
Maple syrup: the protein powder in these bars keeps them pretty sweet so you don't need much!
Matchinga: the secret ingredient in these protein bars! Moringa is what gives these no-bake protein bars an extra burst of energy (learn more about the health benefits of moringa).
How To Make The Vegan Protein Bar Recipe
- Combine the coconut oil, syrup, nut butter, and vanilla. Heat.
- Mix together the remaining ingredients (except the chocolate chips).
- Pour wet into dry and mix well before adding non-dairy milk.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Press into an 8x4 baking pan and freeze.
Step By Step Photos
Choosing Vegan Protein Powder
These homemade protein bars use a vegan protein powder given I am now dairy-free (learn more about making dairy-free living easy here).
If you’re making the switch to non-whey protein, know that it absorbs much more liquid than whey.
Learn How To Choose A Vegan Protein Powder for your goals.
These homemade protein bars have been made with both Genuine Health’s Fermented Vegan Protein Powder and Botanica Perfect Protein.
Both result in delicious, energizing bars but the Fermented protein will have a thicker, denser texture than the Botanica.
Thus, the protein powder you choose for these no-bake protein bars will affect the flavor and the texture of the bars. Learn more about the benefits of a high protein diet.
The Crucial Ingredient For The Vegan Protein Bar Recipe
These vegan protein bars have a secret ingredient that makes them both green in color as well as energizing: Matchinga Powder!
Matchinga is a combo of Matcha green tea and a superfood called Moringa.
Matcha by itself is a natural way to increase energy. Likewise, it’s also recognized for a few other amazing benefits (it’s high in antioxidants, it can help boost your metabolism, your immune system etc).
Similarly, moringa has long been touted for its powerful nutrition properties. This amazing superfood has even been said to lower blood sugar levels, reduce inflammation, lower cholesterol and boost antioxidant content.
Thus, the combination of both green powders creates one amazing (and potent) superfood. I purchase my Matchinga powder from Perfect Supplements.
It’s certified by a third party and you can even check out the lab results. Perfect supplements produces quality products and it’s a brand I trust.
Note that Matchinga powder is dairy-free, gluten-free, paleo, soy-free, GMO-free, and vegan. You can use code mamabear10 to grab yours.
Important Teaching Tips
These energy-boosting bars store well in the fridge and the freezer. I like to have them on hand in the freezer as I don't need an energy boost every day. However, both options work.
If storing in the freezer, just take one out and let it thaw for 20-40 minutes at room temperature before eating.
If using the fridge, they can be eaten immediately.
You can adjust the texture of the bars to your preference by adding slightly more nut butter and almond milk (about one tablespoon at a time).
Personally, though, I find that with the addition of chocolate chips the bars come out tasty no matter which protein powder you use.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vegan Protein Bars
In place of almond butter or natural peanut butter, you can substitute Sun Butter (made from sunflower seeds) to make homemade protein bars nut-free. Of course, there are also many nut-free, non-dairy milk to choose from as well.
Vegan protein bars when made with minimal sugars and no processed oils can be a healthy addition to any diet and a tasty way to increase daily protein intake.
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No-Bake Vegan Protein Bars
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup oats gluten-free if needed
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 scoops Matchinga powder
- 2 vegan vegan protein powder
- 5 tablespoons nut butter
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil measured solid
- 4 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons enjoy life chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the coconut oil, syrup, nut butter and vanilla. Heat until coconut oil is melted.
- In a large bowl, combine the rest of the ingredients except the chocolate chips and almond milk.
- Pour the melted liquid over the dry and mix until somewhat combined (it’ll be dry- that’s okay!).
- Add in the almond milk and mix until everything is at least coated and then fold in the chocolate chips.
- Grab an 8x4 baking pan, line it with parchment paper and spoon the mixture into it. Using another piece of parchment paper, press the mixture firmly into the pan. Make sure it’s even.
- Pop in the freezer for thirty minutes, remove to cut the bars and then keep them in the fridge or freezer!
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Notes
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Nutrition
Other Ways To Use Matchinga
If you find yourself slipping in energy during the afternoon and feeling a bit ravenous, don’t reach for a sugar-filled pastry. Instead, keep a stock of these simple, allergy-friendly no-bake, homemade vegan protein bars on hand and boost your energy (and keep your tummy happy!) naturally!
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