Chocolate, Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Protein Bars

Do you have a sweet tooth?  Do you crave the delicious combination of chocolate, peanut butter and bananas? If so, these homemade protein bars are just for you...and healthy!  They are quick to make, about 20 minutes from start to end, and they make a healthy on-the-go snack. You may want to make a double batch and store extras in the freezer! 

Don’t let your sweet tooth sabotage your results. Stick with high protein, wholesome treats like these homemade protein bars instead of processed, sugary items. 

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Servings: 8 bars 
Here’s what you need...

• 2 ½ cups oats
• ½ cup chocolate protein powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons organic peanut butter
• 3 egg whites
• 2 mashed bananas
• 1 tablespoon natural honey
• 4 tablespoons nonfat milk

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and coat an 8x8 pan with non-stick spray.
2. Mix the oats, protein powder and cinnamon.
3. Add peanut butter and stir until well combined.
4. Add egg whites, bananas, honey and milk and mix everything together.
5. Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan. Place in the oven and bake for 15 minutes or until set.
6. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before cutting into 8 bars.

Nutritional Analysis: One bar equals: 185 calories, 4g fat, 27g carbohydrate, 4g fiber, and 11g protein. 

I hope that you get a chance to give this recipe a try. Remember, in your kitchen you can create anything you would like. Use this recipe as a template and if you want, add flavors you like or subtract things you dislike. If you like a recipe, play around with the ingredients and amounts and make it yours! I’m only a call or email away to assist you in all things fitness.

Dedicated To Making Healthy Your Habit!
Mychael