Craving something sweet but need some real energy to power through your day? Enter these Caramel Macchiato Protein Bars, your new sidekick for satisfying that afternoon slump. Forget sugar-laden snacks with zero benefits; these bars bring the bold caramel-coffee flavor along with a protein-packed punch. The best part? They taste like dessert but act like fuel, meaning you get the best of both worlds in each bite. Ready to make a tasty, energizing snack that’s actually good for you? Grab your ingredients, and let’s whip up these bars!
Caramel Macchiato Protein Bars Recipe
Caramel Macchiato Protein Bars combine the sweet caramel flavor with a coffee kick for an energizing snack or breakfast.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup caramel-flavored protein powder
- ½ cup brewed coffee cooled
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup nut butter almond or peanut
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, caramel-flavored protein powder, and salt.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together coffee, honey, nut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Mix Together: Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until everything is evenly combined.
- Add Extras: Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Spread in Dish: Press the mixture into the lined baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown on top. Cool, then cut into bars.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving):
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving):
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 5%
- Potassium: 4%
- Vitamin B6: 3%
- Magnesium: 4%
