Protein Bars

By 1For_Him

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups old-fashioned oats
• 2 tbsp. chia seeds
• 1 tbsp. cocoa powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup almonds, chopped
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
• sea salt, to sprinkle

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
In a medium bowl, combine the oats, chia seeds, cocoa powder, cinnamon, chocolate chips, and salt. Mix well. In a small bowl, microwave the peanut butter and maple syrup for 30 seconds. Stir until both are incorporated well. Add to oat mixture. Add almond milk and stir until dough forms.

Add to a greased pan. Sprinkle and press almonds on top. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until set. Remove from oven and cut into 6 to 8 bars. Refrigerate and package to take with you on the go when you’re ready to eat!