Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Bars, a wholesome vegan treat perfect for any occasion! These no-bake bars are crafted with a chewy pumpkin base and rich chocolate chips, creating a satisfying snack that fuels your active lifestyle. Packed with protein and healthy fats, they are great for post-workout recovery or as a midday pick-me-up. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these bars will become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy them at breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or even dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup organic pumpkin puree
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plant-based vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup miniature dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp almond butter
Instructions
- Line an 8" x 4" loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, almond butter, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add plant-based protein powder, cinnamon, and salt; mix until thickened.
- Fold in miniature dark chocolate chips.
- Press the mixture into the lined pan and freeze while preparing the topping.
- Melt dark chocolate and stir in almond butter; pour over the base layer.
- Chill in the fridge for at least one hour before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg