Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Bars (Vegan)
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of these Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Bars (Vegan). Perfect for a quick breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a delightful dessert, these no-bake bars combine the rich flavors of pumpkin and chocolate in a nutritious treat. With a chewy pumpkin base and a fudgy chocolate topping, they are not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. Just mix, chill, and enjoy! Packed with protein and healthy fats, these bars will fuel your day without any guilt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 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 almond butter, pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Mix in plant-based protein powder, cinnamon, and salt until you achieve a thick dough-like consistency.
- Fold in miniature dark chocolate chips.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared loaf pan.
- For the topping, melt dark chocolate chips and mix with almond butter until smooth; pour over the base.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg