Description
Nutritious and satisfying no-bake oatmeal bars packed with almond butter, strawberries, and protein powder. These bars are perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast option and ideal for meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh or dried strawberries
- 1/4 cup milk (as needed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats, protein powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in the almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), milk, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is well combined and holds together when pressed.
- Fold in strawberries: Gently fold in the chopped fresh or dried strawberries, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Press mixture into pan: Line a square pan with parchment paper and press the mixture firmly into the pan, ensuring the surface is level and compact.
- Chill to set: Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the bars to set and firm up.
- Slice and serve: Once firm, remove from the refrigerator, lift the mixture from the pan, and cut into 10–12 bars. Serve immediately or store for later.
Notes
- Add chia seeds or flaxseeds for an extra boost of nutrition and fiber.
- Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your desired consistency; add more for a softer bar or less for a firmer one.
- Use fresh strawberries for a juicier texture or dried strawberries for a chewier bar.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack / Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
