Coffee Protein Granola Bars Recipe
These bars combine the rich flavor of coffee with protein-packed ingredients for a delicious, energizing snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup protein powder vanilla or chocolate
- ½ cup chopped nuts almonds or walnuts
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ cup brewed coffee cooled
- ½ cup nut butter peanut or almond
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon optional
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, chopped nuts, salt, and cinnamon.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix honey (or maple syrup), cooled coffee, nut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
- Spread in Dish: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down firmly to ensure even baking.
- Bake: Bake for 25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow it to cool completely before slicing into bars.