Nutty Granola Bars with Protein

Here’s the complete Nutty Granola Bars recipe with added protein for a nutritious, high-protein snack.

Nutty Granola Bars with Protein

Makes 16-18 bars

Ingredients:

1½ cups raw almonds

2½ cups raw cashews

1½ cups slivered almonds

1½ cups pumpkin seeds

1 cup sunflower seeds

½ to ¾ cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)

¾ cup maple syrup (add 1-2 tbsp more if needed)

½ cup chia seeds

2/3 cup dark chocolate chips (melted with ½ tsp coconut oil)

1-2 tbsp almond milk (optional, if mixture is too dry)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven. Set oven to 325°F (163°C).

2. Toast the Nuts & Seeds -Spread the almonds, cashews, slivered almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds on a baking sheet. Toast for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and fragrant. Let cool slightly.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients in a large bowl, combine the toasted nuts and seeds with chia seeds and protein powder.

4. Add Sweetener. Pour maple syrup over the mixture and stir well. If the mixture feels too dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of almond milk to help bind everything together.

5. Press into Pan. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Firmly press the mixture into the pan using a spatula.

6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.

7. Cool Completely - Let the bars cool in the pan for at least 1 hour (or refrigerate for faster setting).

8. Drizzle with Chocolate -Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil, then drizzle over the cooled bars.

9. Cut & Store -Once fully set, cut into bars and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or in the fridge for longer freshness.

Optional Add-ins for Extra Flavor:

1 tsp vanilla extract for extra sweetness

½ tsp cinnamon for a warm, spiced flavor

¼ cup shredded coconut for extra texture

These bars are packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making them an excellent grab-and-go snack!

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