10 No-Bake Protein Bars Perfect for Hot Summer Days

Summer snacks should be simple, refreshing, and energizing and these no-bake protein bars are about to become your kitchen's MVP! These easy-to-make bars skip the heat but still deliver serious flavor and fuel, perfect for scorching afternoons or any time of the day. These bars are loaded with protein to keep you full, plus healthy fats and fiber to crush cravings. Whip out a batch (or two) without breaking a sweat!

No-Bake Cherry Protein Bars

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This soft, no-bake, gluten-free protein bar recipe makes an ideal on-the-go snack! Made with vegan protein powder and sweetened with just a hint of maple syrup. These dairy-free bars come in at 10grams of protein per square. To learn more: Gluten-Free Cherry Protein Bars

Vanilla Peanut Butter Protein Bars

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Easy to make, these vanilla peanut butter protein bars make a tasty post-workout snack! Made with vegan protein powder and creamy peanut butter this homemade protein bar recipe is great on-the-go and for meal prep!

Get the recipe: Vanilla Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Nut-Free Chocolate Protein Bars

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An easy, healthy no-bake snack to keep on hand! These homemade nut-free protein bars are made with vegan protein powder to make a healthy snack or fueling post-workout option. To learn more: Nut-Free Chocolate Protein Bars

Grain-Free Gingerbread Protein Bars

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Your favorite sweet and spicy flavor with a hint of warmth rolled into an easy, no-bake snack. These gingerbread protein bars are soft, chewy, and perfect for fuel. Totally grain-free and dairy-free these no-bake protein bars make an ideal treat or post-workout snack. To learn more: Gingerbread Protein Bars

No-Bake Matchinga Protein Bars

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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.

Get the recipe: Vegan Protein Bar

Greek Yogurt Protein Bars

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Creamy, refreshing, and with 13 grams of protein, these frozen yogurt protein bars make for a delicious snack any time of the day. Swirled with peanut butter and chocolate chips for the ultimate flavor combo, these Greek yogurt protein bars are a high-protein snack you’ll make over and over.

Get the recipe: Frozen Yogurt Protein Bars

On-The-Go Cookie Dough Protein Bar

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An easy and delicious no-bake snack with 12 grams of protein per serving. These cookie dough protein bars are a fun treat to have in the fridge and work as a post-workout snack or an on-the-go snack for busy days. Made with protein powder, cashew butter, and chocolate chips these protein bars are also a hit with kids.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Protein Bar

Dairy-Free Snickerdoodle Protein Bars

Snickerdoodle protein bars stacked with one bar in front and cinnamon sticks and milk behind it. — Photo credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

All the classic cinnamon sugar flavor rolled into an easy, no-bake, dairy-free protein bar. These snickerdoodle protein bars are an irresistible flavor combination with a high protein twist. Made in just minutes these protein bars are a great snack to have on hand for busy moms.

Get the recipe: Snickerdoodle Protein Bars

Chocolate PB Protein Bars

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They taste like a peanut butter cup but have 13 grams of protein and only 12 net grams of carbs. These 4 ingredient protein bars are the high-protein snack you’ll rely on when you’re craving for sweets kicks in.

Get the recipe: 4-Ingredient Protein Bars

Easy Double Chocolate Protein Bars

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A rich, chocolate indulgence with a little bit of fuel. These protein bars without nuts are more like dessert than a healthy snack. Made with six ingredients and covered in a dairy-free chocolate ganache these protein bars will become a staple in your weekly meal prep.

Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Protein Bars