Apple Pie Protein Bars
These homemade Apple Pie Protein Bars are the perfect high-protein snack, combining the warm flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples with a soft, chewy texture. Packed with oats, almond butter, and protein powder, they are great for meal prep and post-workout fuel.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 bars
- Category: Snacks, Protein Bars
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ¼ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup dried apple pieces, chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (if needed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the oats, protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, warm the almond butter and honey (or maple syrup) for about 20 seconds until soft. Stir in the applesauce and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well. Fold in the dried apple pieces.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, until it holds together.
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then slice into bars.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
- Use collagen or plant-based protein powder for dietary preferences.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- Drizzle with melted white chocolate for a dessert-like touch.
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