Chocolate Workout Bars
Indulge in these fudgy, no-bake Chocolate Workout Bars that are packed with protein and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast, they’re vegan, gluten-free, and taste like a chocolate brownie!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: no-bake
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 8–12 bars
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup nut butter of choice or oil
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, honey, agave, or date syrup
- 3 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup oat flour or almond flour, or 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (not optional)
- Optional Chocolate Coating:
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips with 2 tsp oil
OR - 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 2 tbsp melted coconut oil, and 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or agave
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch pan with parchment or wax paper.
- In a food processor, blend all ingredients except the chocolate chips until smooth.
- Stir in the chocolate chips.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared pan and freeze to set.
- For the optional chocolate coating, chill the bars for at least 30 minutes.
- Melt the chocolate chips with oil, or whisk together cocoa powder, melted coconut oil, and sweetener to make the sauce.
- Spread the sauce over the bars and freeze again to set the chocolate.
Notes
- Use sunbutter, wow butter, or coconut butter for a nut-free version.
- Enhance flavor with 1/2 tsp of instant coffee or vanilla extract.
- Swap in peanut butter or white chocolate chips for a twist.
Find it online: https://yumfamilyrecipes.com/chocolate-workout-bars/
