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No-Bake Chickpea Protein Bars

Healthy, high-protein, no-bake bars made from chickpeas, nut butter, oats, and optional chocolate chips for a quick energy snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Breakfast, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 15 oz can
  • 1 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup vegan protein powder vanilla or chocolate
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips optional
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds, flaxseeds, or shredded coconut optional

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • 8x8 baking dish

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse chickpeas, pat dry.
  2. In a food processor, blend chickpeas, peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  3. Transfer to a mixing bowl and fold in rolled oats, protein powder, and optional chocolate chips or seeds.
  4. Press mixture firmly into an 8x8-inch dish lined with parchment paper.
  5. Refrigerate 1–2 hours until firm.
  6. Lift mixture with parchment paper and cut into 8–12 bars.
  7. Optional: drizzle with melted chocolate or nut butter before chilling.

Notes

Bars keep in fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.