Puffed Quinoa Protein Bars (Grain-Free!)

a stack of 4 puffed quinoa protein bars and one on the side

Puffed Quinoa Protein Bars (Grain-Free!)

These Puffed Quinoa Protein Bars are the perfect post-workout snack. They're made with seven simple ingredients and provide 22 grams of protein.

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Course: Snack

Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Vegan

Prep Time: 10

Time In Freezer To Set: 1

Total Time: 1 10

Servings: bars

Calories: 367kcal

Author: Capri Lilly

Ingredients

3 cups Puffed Quinoa
1 2/3 cup Creamy Peanut Butter, plus more as needed
1/3 cup Hemp Seeds
1/4 cup Cacao Nibs
1/2 cup Protein Powder
2 tsp Vanilla Extract
1/3 cup Maple Syrup, plus more as desired

Chocolate Topping

1 cup Dark Chocolate Chips (vegan)
1 tablespoon Coconut Oil
Coconut Flakes or Flakey Sea Salt, for topping optional

Instructions

COMBINE: Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix well until sticky.
PRESS: Transfer the mixture into an 8x8 parchment-lined baking dish. Press firmly into a single layer.
MELT CHOCOLATE: Add the chocolate chip and coconut oil to a bowl. Melt in 30-second increments, stirring in between, until it is fully melted. Pour the chocolate on top of the quinoa mixture. Spread in an even layer
CHILL: Sprinkle with coconut flakes or flakey sea salt on top. Place in the freezer for an hour, or in the fridge for 3-4 hours. Once set, let the quinoa bars sit at room temp for 10 minutes. Then, slice into 9 even slices.

Notes

Use any nut or seed butter you like!
These are the perfect on-the-go snack
The amount of protein will vary depending on the ingredients you use

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