Edible Cookie Dough Bars (Print View)

Chewy protein bars blending almond flour, chocolate chips, and maple syrup for a nutritious, no-bake snack.

# Ingredient List:

→ Base

01 - 1 1/2 cups almond flour
02 - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
03 - 1/4 cup natural almond butter
04 - 1/4 cup maple syrup
05 - 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
06 - 2 tsp vanilla extract

→ Add-ins

07 - 1/3 cup mini dark chocolate chips
08 - 1/8 tsp sea salt

# Directions:

01 - Line an 8x4-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, ensuring overhang extends beyond edges for simple removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder, and sea salt until evenly distributed.
03 - Add almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond milk to the dry mixture. Stir thoroughly until a cohesive, thick dough forms. If mixture appears too dry, incorporate additional almond milk in 1-teaspoon increments until proper consistency achieves.
04 - Fold mini chocolate chips into dough using a spatula, distributing evenly throughout.
05 - Transfer dough to prepared loaf pan and press firmly, using spatula to create a level top surface.
06 - Refrigerate for minimum 1 hour until dough solidifies and firms completely.
07 - Remove dough from pan using parchment paper overhang and slice into 8 equal bars using a sharp knife.
08 - Place bars in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • No oven required, just 15 minutes of mixing and a quick chill time.
  • Tastes indulgent enough to feel like a treat while actually giving you 10g of protein per bar.
  • Customizable with swaps and add-ins that let you make it match exactly what you're craving.
02 -
  • Don't skip the parchment paper overhang, because trying to scoop hardened cookie dough out of a pan is a frustrating disaster.
  • The dough should look almost too thick when you're mixing it, like it barely wants to come together, because that's what gives you that chewy texture.
03 -
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or cocoa powder to the dry ingredients for a subtle flavor twist that plays beautifully with the chocolate.
  • If your protein powder tastes medicinal, use a higher quality brand, because it actually matters here since there's no baking or cooking to mellow out harsh flavors.
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