Coconut Protein Vanilla Bars
These soft and chewy coconut protein bars are a simple high protein snack you can prep ahead for the week.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder plant-based or whey
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter or almond butter unsweetened
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded or flaked coconut
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional: 1–2 tbsp coconut flour for firmer texture
- Optional topping: extra shredded coconut or a drizzle of white chocolate
Instructions
- Line an 8x8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang on the sides.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla bean paste. Stir until smooth.
- Stir in vanilla protein powder, shredded coconut, and sea salt. Add coconut flour if needed.
- Press mixture into prepared pan, smoothing the top evenly.
- Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours or freeze for 30 minutes until firm.
- Lift bars out of the pan, slice into bars. Optionally, top with coconut or white chocolate.
Notes
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Refrigerate or freeze for best results.
- Refrigerate or freeze for best results.