Description
Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Bars (Vegan) are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the wholesome goodness of pumpkin with rich chocolate flavor. These no-bake bars are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while providing a boost of protein and energy. Whether you’re looking for a post-workout snack, a midday pick-me-up, or a guilt-free dessert, these bars are versatile and easy to prepare. Made with simple ingredients, they can be customized with your favorite nuts or seeds for added texture. Enjoy them on their own or pair them with fresh fruit or nut butter for extra flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup organic pumpkin puree
- 2 Tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 2 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup plant-based vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup miniature dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 Tbsp almond butter
Instructions
- Line an 8" x 4" loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond butter, pumpkin puree, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract; mix until smooth.
- Add plant-based protein powder, cinnamon, and salt; stir until fully combined.
- Fold in dark chocolate chips.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared loaf pan and place in the freezer.
- Melt additional dark chocolate over low heat; mix in almond butter until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate topping over the base and smooth out.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg