Soft and chewy with a pleasant crunch — that's these protein bars. The subtle earthy flavors of spirulina and matcha are balanced by the sweetness of bananas. These snacks are perfect for your pre-workout, post-workout, or anytime!
Matcha Protein Bars [Vegan]
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons chia seeds
- 3/4 cup, plus 2 tablespoons non-dairy milk
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1 scoop protein powder
- 1 ripe banana
- 3 teaspoons matcha green tea powder
- 1 teaspoon spirulina powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup cacao nibs
- Shredded coconut, for topping
Preparation
- Mix the chia seeds and non-dairy milk together in a bowl and set aside.
- In your food processor, combine remaining ingredients except for the cacao nibs and shredded coconut.
- Add in chia seed-milk mixture and continue processing until smooth.
- Add cacao nibs and pulse several times to incorporate.
- In a lined 8x8-inch pan, press the mixture down flat.
- Sprinkle shredded coconut on top and place the pan in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours to harden.
- Remove from the pan and cut into 24 bars.
Notes
Store in the refrigerator.
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Hallie and Reya Tobias
See My Recipes Raw, vegan, and gluten-free treats and cakes.
Hallie and Reya Tobias are the founders of Nibs & Greens, a raw food company based in Portland, Oregon where they create and distribute raw, vegan, and gluten-free treats and cakes. Nibs & Greens functions as both a wholesale raw food business and healthy food blog, sharing plant-based, creative recipes of all sorts. Both Hallie and Reya graduated with a degree in Exercise Science and Nutrition and are fitness and health food fanatics.
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