Description
Peanut Butter Quinoa Protein Bars are the ultimate snack for those on the go, combining rich flavor with wholesome nutrition. These chewy bars are crafted with creamy peanut butter and hearty quinoa, making them perfect for post-workout fuel or a quick breakfast. Customizable with your favorite mix-ins, these bars offer a delightful balance of taste and health benefits that will leave you satisfied and energized.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup dried fruits or nuts (e.g., cranberries, almonds)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Rinse quinoa under cold water; cook according to package instructions until fluffy.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, peanut butter, and honey/maple syrup until thick and sticky.
- Fold in rolled oats, dried fruits/nuts, and chia seeds until well mixed.
- Transfer mixture to the baking pan, pressing down evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg