Salted Chewy Chocolate Chip Protein Bars {Dairy, Gluten, & Grain Free}
I’m always thinking up new protein bar flavors to play around with. This time, I wanted something to taste similar to those chewy oatmeal chocolate chip granola bars that so many of us had in our lunches growing up. I was craving one! I USED TO BE OBSESSED WITH THOSE THINGS!
These Salted Chewy Chocolate Chip Protein Bars come pretty dang close to that flavor. They’re free of grains and gluten all together – so no oatmeal. However, the chia and flax give it just the right crunch that make you think that you’re eating a chewy, slightly crunchy, oatmeal bar.
They’re filled with protein, healthy fats, and some chocolate – all the essentials of a good snack!
I opted to add a little pink salt on top for that addicting salty and sweet contrast, but that’s completely optional!
Try these out next time you’re looking for a healthy snack to keep around the house or to pack in lunches. Kids would love these!
Prep Time | 5 minutes |
Passive Time | 20 minutes - cooling |
Servings |
bars
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- 1 1/2-2 oz Dark chocolate I used Eating Evolved Crunchy Caramel bar
- 1 tsp Coconut oil
- 1-2 tsp Maple syrup depending on desired sweetness
Ingredients
Chocolate topping
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- In a large mixing bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the chewy bars.
- In a medium baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spread mixture out onto pan. You can use a deeper pan for thicker bars.
- Melt dark chocolate and oil.
- Stir in maple syrup, if desired. I used about a teaspoon.
- Spread chocolate on top of mixture.
- Freeze for 20 minutes or refrigerate for 3-4 hours.
- Cut bars into desired sizes.
- Store in the refrigerator.
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