Protein Bars: A Tastier and Healthier Snickers Alternative in Just 5 Minutes
Ingredients You’ll Need:
For the Base:
- 8.8 ounces (250 grams) of peanut butter
- 3.5-5.3 ounces (100-150 grams) of coconut flour (depending on the desired consistency)
- 1.8 ounces (50 grams) of sweetener (choose from honey, maple syrup, or stevia)
For the Glazing:
- 1.8 ounces (50 grams) of cocoa powder
- Coconut milk and sweetener to taste
The Simple Preparation Process:
Mixing the Dough
- Start by taking a bowl and adding 250 grams of peanut paste (butter) into it. You can easily make peanut paste at home if you prefer the homemade touch.
- Gradually add 100 grams of coconut flour into the bowl and mix it with the peanut paste. Depending on the desired consistency of your mixture, you can add the remaining 50 grams of coconut flour if necessary.
- Now, it’s time to sweeten the mixture. You have options here – you can use honey, stevia, or maple syrup as a natural sweetener. Add it to the bowl and mix everything thoroughly. The mixture should be thick but still easy to pour into a mold.
Molding and Chilling
- Take a mold with a flexible rim; it should be smaller in size since this recipe makes a smaller batch. If you desire more, simply double the ingredients.
- Pour the prepared mixture into the mold and use a spatula to pat it down and level it nicely.
- Cover the mold with cling film and place it in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours to let it cool.
Preparing the Glaze
- While your protein bar mixture is cooling in the fridge, you can prepare the glaze. Take 50 grams of cocoa and gradually add a little coconut milk until it forms a runny glaze.
- Adjust the sweetness of the glaze to your liking by adding sweetener. Mix it well.
The Final Touch
- Once the protein bar mixture has cooled, remove it from the refrigerator.
- Pour the prepared glaze evenly over the top of the mixture.
- Cut the bars into cubes, and they are ready to be served immediately.