How to Make Vegan Gluten-Free Protein Bars
Equipment
- 1 Large mixing bowl
- 1 Spatula or wooden spoon
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 8x8-inch baking dish or pan
- 1 Parchment paper
- 1 Refrigerator or freezer
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Cups gluten-free rolled oats
- ½ Cup plant-based protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor)
- ½ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- ¼ Cup maple syrup (or agave syrup)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional, for added texture and fiber)
- ¼ Cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ Cup dark chocolate chips optional, for topping or mixing in
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish: Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, letting the paper hang over the sides for easy removal later.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free oats, protein powder, and chia seeds. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly mixed. Add the almond butter, maple syrup, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or wooden spoon until a thick, sticky dough forms.
- Press into the pan: Transfer the dough into the prepared baking dish. Press it down evenly with the spatula to create a flat layer. If you’re using chocolate chips, sprinkle them on top and gently press them into the bars.
- Refrigerate: Place the dish in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm and set.
- Cut into bars: Once the bars are firm, lift the block out of the dish using the parchment paper. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into 10 bars.
- Store and enjoy: Keep the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for longer storage.
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Notes
Add-ins: Customize the recipe with nuts, seeds, or dried fruit to suit your taste and add texture.
Consistency check: If the mixture feels too dry, add a little more almond milk. If it’s too wet, mix in more oats or protein powder until the texture is right.
No-bake option: Although these bars don’t require baking, you can freeze them for a firmer, chewier texture.
Consistency check: If the mixture feels too dry, add a little more almond milk. If it’s too wet, mix in more oats or protein powder until the texture is right.
No-bake option: Although these bars don’t require baking, you can freeze them for a firmer, chewier texture.