No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars Recipe « Running in a Skirt (2024)

June 6, 2020

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This No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe tastes just like a peanut butter cup without the added sugar. They are homemade, topped with chocolate, made with oatmeal and are the perfect snack to boost your energy and a great source of protein!

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Ever since I found out I was pregnant with twins I've been on a protein mission. As a pescatarian, I've never had trouble getting protein before, but being pregnant with twins means I need so much more than normal. Since I've had to cut back on seafood but I'm still needing more protein than ever, I've had to get creative with my sources. I've been eating lots of greek yogurt, eggs, and even tofu. Despite my best efforts though I know some days I'm falling short, so I've been keeping protein power around to try to give myself a boost on those days where I haven't hit my goals.

No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars

It's a great boost for green smoothies but also fabulous for making high protein treats at home like my No Bake Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe. YES... that' peanut butter, chocolate, AND protein together in one tasty, easy to make treat.

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Why You'll Love These No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars...

You will never believe how EASY these peanut butter bars are to make. They don't require you to heat up for the oven, only take 5 INGREDIENTS and your active prep time on them is less than 10 minutes.

Plus they are topped with CHOCOLATE!

Why I Love Premier Protein 100% Whey Powder

The Vanilla Milkshake flavor is absolutely perfect for this No Bake Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe.
I love Premier Protein's Whey Powder because it has no artificial flavors, colors, or sweeteners. It's also packed with 30 grams of 100% whey protein with only 180 calories and 3 grams of sugar. That's a lot of protein for one scoop! This protein powder is lean AND gluten-free.
I'm looking for extra protein because I'm pregnant, but Premier Protein's Whey Powder is equally as fabulous to use after a hard workout or long training run. If you are active some extra protein is rarely a bad idea. It is such a delicious, smooth, and creamy powder.
The smooth consistency of Premier Protein 100% Whey Powder makes it a great choice for thisNo Bake Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe. It mixes in with the oat flour, peanut butter, and honey to make the easiest and tastiest homemade protein bars EVER.

Ingredients in No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Peanut butter:I recommend smooth peanut butter as it provides the bars with a nice creamy consistency.
Honey:Honey is the perfect natural sweetener.
Vanilla Milkshake Premier Protein Whey Powder:Adds a nice flavor AND protein.
Oat flour:You can make your own by adding oats to a blender or food processor.
Chocolate chips:Top the bars with melted chocolate.

How to Make the Protein Bars

In a microwave-safe bowl, add the peanut butter and honey. You might need to microwave the mixture for 15 seconds at a time until it is liquid enough to stir with the honey.
Stir in the Vanilla Milkshake Premier Protein Whey Powder and the oat flour. Mix well until smooth. Stir in a few chocolate chips.
Lay out a large piece of plastic wrap. Roll the dough out into a rectangle. Carefully fold the dough until you get a uniform shape. Wrap the dough in the plastic wrap and lay it flat in the freezer. Freeze for 20 minutes.
Remove the large bar from the freezer and cut it into 12 equal-size bars. Melt the rest of the chocolate in the microwave until it is spreadable. Spread the chocolate on top of each bar. Put them back in the freezer for a few more minutes to harden up again.

Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars

You can leave the bars plain OR top them with a nice coat of chocolate.

I think you know which way I vote on that though... :-).

The bars that come in a box are nice, but these are made with love and taste like a dream! Plus homemade costs SO much less.

Give this No Bake Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe a try and let me know what you think!

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Premier Protein's Whey Powder

Don't forget to pick up a container or Premier Protein 100% Whey Powder! It's packed with protein for everyone: to power your workout, your workday or just every day. It can be mixed with water or milk, blended into a smoothie or baked into a protein-packed recipe—making it easy to stick with healthy choices. Premier Protein Whey Powder is available in two delicious flavors... Chocolate Milkshake and Vanilla Milkshake.

For more information on where to purchase Premier Protein 100% Whey Powder, visit PremierProtein.com for store locations.

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No Bake Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars recipe

These No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars taste just like a peanut butter cup without the added sugar. The perfect snack to boost your energy and a great source of protein!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

resting time 30 minutes mins

Course Snack

Servings 12 bars

Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients

1 cup smooth peanut butter
¼ cup honey
½ cup Vanilla Milkshake Premier Protein Whey Powder
½ cup oat flour *
½ cup chocolate chips, divided

Instructions

In a microwave-safe bowl, add the peanut butter and honey. Depending on the consistency of your peanut butter you might need to microwave the mixture for 15 seconds at a time until it is liquid enough to stir with the honey.
Stir in the Vanilla Milkshake Premier Protein Whey Powder and the oat flour. Mix well until the mixture is smooth. Stir in a few chocolate chips.
Lay out a large piece of plastic wrap. Roll the dough out into a rectangle that is about 6-7 by 3-4 inches. Carefully fold the dough until you get a uniform shape. Wrap the dough in the plastic wrap and lay it flat in the freezer. Allow it to harden for 20 minutes.
Remove the large bar from the freezer and cut it into 12 equal sizebars. Melt the rest of the chocolate in a microwave-safe dish 15 seconds at a time until it is spreadable. Spread the chocolate on top of each bar. Put them back in the freezer for a few more minutes to harden up again.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

* To make your own oat flour put old fashioned oats in a food processor or high-speed blender. Mix until you get a powder. Sift the powder to get a fine oat flour. To make it gluten-free use gluten-free oats.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 10gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 111mgPotassium: 164mgFiber: 2gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 29IUCalcium: 34mgIron: 1mg

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NICOLE BRIDGEN says
November 07, 2021 at 6:40 pm

I love love love these! I am super picky about protein based snacks because I don't like the taste of most protein powders but this recipe is perfect. I used a different protein powder with similar recipe. I made these in my silicone baking cups to make individual peanut butter cups and they popped out perfectly!! I also used white chocolate on some and dark chocolate on others. SUPER DELICIOUS! thanks so much for sharing
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- JulieWunder says
  November 08, 2021 at 7:05 am
  
  Yay! I'm so glad you liked these. Thanks for the nice review!
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tiffany wooldridge says
October 24, 2018 at 10:51 pm

I just made these with my own twist of course I added oats , rasins and used reg flower super good thanks I hate the flavor of protein shake so this will help me out alot...
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samara steven says
October 11, 2018 at 4:53 am
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I had to pin this! i make my son take some form of protein with him as he works for long hours & these would be exceptional. Thanks for the post!
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Farrah says
July 21, 2018 at 11:11 am

I haven't made my own protein bars in the longest time! I love that this only takes 5 ingredients to make! *-*
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Shanna Jones says
July 18, 2018 at 11:43 am

These look great! Perfect size for a grab & go or to take along to the gym for a post workout snack!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:51 pm
  
  Exactly! Thanks Shanna!
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Nicole says
July 18, 2018 at 10:27 am

Congratulations! Now these are such a great idea, and homemade are bound to be so much better than store bought!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:51 pm
  
  Thank you!
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Emily Kyle says
July 18, 2018 at 9:04 am

These look sooooo good! I can't believe they're no bake - they're the perfect post-workout snack!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:51 pm
  
  Totally! Thanks Emily!
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Gmail sign in says
July 18, 2018 at 5:23 am

I’ve been looking for new protein rich snack ideas. These look delicious, I’ll definitely be making them this week for my family. Thank you
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:51 pm
  
  Thanks!
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Marie Altenor says
July 17, 2018 at 11:14 pm

These looks so yummy and easy to make. I love everything peanut butter with chocolate.
It's such a great mix. Congrats on the twins.
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:50 pm
  
  Thank you Marie!
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Heather says
July 17, 2018 at 9:28 pm

These look awesome! We buy the premier protein shakes all the time.
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:50 pm
  
  Thanks Heather!
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Wendy says
July 17, 2018 at 8:10 pm

Pretty sure my peanut butter loving men would be all over this!!!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:50 pm
  
  Totally!
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Crystal says
July 17, 2018 at 7:42 pm

Oh, these look incredibly tasty, and with the protein powder I can trick myself into thinking they're actually good for me 😉
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:50 pm
  
  Thanks Crystal!
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angie says
July 17, 2018 at 6:50 pm

I love food that taste good and is good for you
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:49 pm
  
  Me too!
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Ramona says
July 17, 2018 at 6:21 pm

I need to try these as soon as - I love protein bars but this ticks all the boxes for me - superb! Something to kill my sugar cravings with, yes!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:49 pm
  
  Thanks Ramona!
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Erica Schwarz says
July 17, 2018 at 5:42 pm

Pregnant with twins oh my! This looks like a great recipe not just for health, but also to healthfully satisfy a sweet tooth.
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Neely Moldovan says
July 17, 2018 at 1:00 pm

I love no bake bars. The husband is a huge fan and Liam really loves them too! Totally trying this one
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Beth says
July 17, 2018 at 12:50 pm

Congratuations on the twins! I will have to make these when my son comes home in a few weeks! He is a big runner so he needs lots of protein! All of his favorite flavors!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:49 pm
  
  Thanks! Hope you enjoy them.
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Alexis says
July 17, 2018 at 12:46 pm

I've been looking for new protein rich snack ideas. These look delicious, I'll definitely be making them this week for my family. Thank you
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:48 pm
  
  Thanks Alexis!
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dixya @food, pleasure, and health says
July 16, 2018 at 10:53 pm

im so looking forward to trying this protein powder..i have both chocolate and vanilla!!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:48 pm
  
  Enjoy!!
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Jessica Levinson says
July 16, 2018 at 10:45 pm

These look so delicious! Such a great no bake protein bar to have on hand for snacking!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:48 pm
  
  Thanks!
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Kelly says
July 16, 2018 at 10:37 pm

You had me at no bake. Happy to keep the oven off for this tasty treat!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:48 pm
  
  Thanks Kelly!
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Kalee says
July 16, 2018 at 8:33 pm

Yum! These look amazing, and I love that the protein will keep me feeling full!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:48 pm
  
  Me too! Thanks!
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Patrick@looneyforfood.com says
July 16, 2018 at 6:13 pm

Glad you had a great weekend! No bake and summer make a perfect match!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:47 pm
  
  They totally do!
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Alisa Fleming says
July 16, 2018 at 3:20 pm

We make homemade protein bars similar to these and the are SO good. Way better than store bought. Eat up that protein mama!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:47 pm
  
  So good! I'm a protein machine lately- lol!
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Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
July 16, 2018 at 2:51 pm

These sound so yummy!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:47 pm
  
  Thanks!
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Rachel says
July 16, 2018 at 1:10 pm

The peanut butter bars look delicious! Have you tried hemp hearts? They're a great source of plant-based protein, and there's all sorts of hemp heart granola on the market right now that are really tasty. I always toss some on top of my oatmeal for extra protein and extra deliciousness. I'd definitely recommend it if you haven't had it!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:47 pm
  
  Love hemp hearts! Great reminder to go buy more!
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Liz says
July 16, 2018 at 12:54 pm

LOVE this powder! I just did a segment with them so we def have ample supply! I'll have to give these a shot they sound delicious!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:46 pm
  
  Yay!! It's fabulous!
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Abbey Sharpe says
July 16, 2018 at 12:14 pm

I love me a good no bake protein bar! These look delish
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:46 pm
  
  Thanks!
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Annmarie says
July 16, 2018 at 10:09 am

Anything no bake in this heat sounds yummy to me 😛 These look delicious!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:46 pm
  
  Thank you!
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Lisa Ballantyne says
July 16, 2018 at 8:59 am

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- Lisa Ballantyne says
  July 16, 2018 at 9:03 am
  
  Oops--my apologies; technical error when posting my website link in the proper place. Feel free to delete the link. Anyway, the recipe follows the diabetic rule of thumb: High Protein, Low Carb! Perfect!
  Once more, my apologies about the blog link. No spamming intended. 🙁
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  - JulieWunder says
    July 30, 2018 at 1:45 pm
    
    No worries! So glad you like the recipe!
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Maureen @ Maureen Gets Real says
July 16, 2018 at 8:19 am

YUM! Omg this sounds like something I would eat immediately after making haha. Can't wait to try it!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:45 pm
  
  Haha! Me too!
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Beth Ann Chiles says
July 16, 2018 at 7:00 am

Another great recipe! Sharing!
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- JulieWunder says
  July 30, 2018 at 1:45 pm
  
  Thank you!
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No Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars

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