Double Chocolate Protein Bars

Finding a nutritious snack that doesn’t come with a laundry list of artificial ingredients or hidden sugars can be challenging. So many store-bought snack bars masquerade as healthy options, but when you take a closer look, they’re often filled with sugar alcohols and unnecessary additives. 

That’s why we created this homemade protein bar recipe! 

Perfect for kids’ lunch boxes or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, these bars are a wholesome option for everyone. Each bar is packed with 20 grams of protein from chocolate protein powder and egg whites, providing the essential building blocks for muscles and overall growth.

But it’s not just about protein—these bars also feature healthy fats from avocado oil, hemp seeds, and dark chocolate. Healthy fats are crucial for brain function, hormone production, and absorbing vitamins, plus they help keep you feeling full longer. And with 4 grams of fiber per bar from ingredients like coconut flour, dates, and hemp seeds, they’ll support healthy digestion and help maintain steady blood sugar levels.

With these tasty and nutrient-dense protein bars, you can snack with purpose and give your body the energy-stabilizing benefits it needs. Enjoy them as a snack or even as a healthier dessert option—either way, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household!

30 Minutes 4 Servings 8 Ingredients

Ingredients

• Avocado Oil Spray
• 1/2 cup Chocolate Protein Powder
• 1 cup Egg Whites
• 2 tbsps Coconut Flour
• 2 tbsps Unsweetened Almond Milk
• 1/4 cup Pitted Dates
• 2 oz Dark Chocolate
• 3 tbsps Hemp Seeds

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 325ºF. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and spray with the avocado oil.
2. Add the protein powder, egg whites, coconut flour, almond milk, and dates to a food processor. Blend until just smooth. Scrape down the sides as needed.
3. Pour the mixture into the loaf pan and bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
4. Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the loaf pan and onto a cooling rack. Cool for 10 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate in a double boiler or at 30-second intervals in the microwave.
6. Cut the bars and drizzle the chocolate over the top. Sprinkle the hemp hearts on the bars and enjoy!

Notes

• Leftovers: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to seven days.
• Serving Size: One serving is one bar. One loaf pan yields four servings.
• More Flavor: Add peppermint extract to the batter for a chocolate peppermint flavor.
• Toppings: Crushed almonds, pistachios, or cacao nibs would add a nice crunch. Shredded coconut or a dusting of additional protein powder are options too.
• Enjoy as a protein bar or dessert!