Homemade Protein Bars
Packed with wholesome ingredients and balanced macros, these Homemade Protein Bars offer a convenient way to fuel your day. Soft, satisfying, and easy to customize, they make a perfect grab-and-go treat for busy mornings or post-workout recovery.
Servings 4 people
Calories 570 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ounces butter
- 2 tablespoons xylitol powdered
- 1 cup coconut flour, whole egg protein powder, or whey protein powder
- 1 cup nuts crushed
- 1 cup chocolate chips unsweetened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Cover cookie sheet with wax paper.
- In mixing bowl, combine 4 ounces butter with 2 tablespoons xylitol until smooth.4 ounces butter, 2 tablespoons xylitol
- Add 1 cup coconut flour, whole egg protein powder, or whey protein powder, 1 cup nuts, 1 cup chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 pinch sea salt. Mix well.1 cup coconut flour, whole egg protein powder, or whey protein powder, 1 cup nuts, 1 cup chocolate chips, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 pinch sea salt
- Form mixture into bars and place them on cookie sheet.
- Place cookie sheet in freezer for 3 to 5 minutes or until bars have hardened.
Notes
- Melt keto-friendly chocolate to drizzle on or coat the top of your protein bars.
- Replace butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- For added crunch, try toasting nuts before crushing and adding to mixture.
- Instead of coconut flour, try using almond flour for a more nutty flavor.
- For variety, experiment with different flavors of gluten-free protein powder, such as chocolate, vanilla, or peanut butter.
- Add a tablespoon of almond butter, nut butter, or cashew butter to mixture for a creamier texture.
- Homemade Keto Maple Syrup is a low-carb sugar alternative that can be used instead of xylitol or erythritol.
Nutrition
Calories: 570kcal | Net carbs: 11g | Fat: 59g | Protein: 11g