Whip up these irresistible no-bake peanut butter protein bars, packed with energy-boosting flaxseed and satisfying protein powder! They're the perfect high-protein snack to keep you going, and so delicious you'll want to make a batch every week.
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In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is smooth and glossy.
Add the vanilla protein powder to the bowl and mix until it's fully incorporated. Then, stir in the ground flaxseed and mixed seeds. If needed, use your hands to bring the mixture together into a cohesive dough.
Line a small loaf tin or an 8x4-inch baking tray with greaseproof paper. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the tin to create a flat, compact layer.
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate. You can add a little extra coconut oil if desired to make it glossier and more pourable. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the bar base and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
Refrigerate the bars for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, until they are completely set. Once firm, slice into 6 even bars before serving.
For an extra crunch, you can add chopped nuts like almonds or peanuts to the base mixture.
If you don't have a loaf tin, any similar-sized rectangular container will work, just ensure it's lined with greaseproof paper for easy removal.
Store the finished bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week to keep them fresh.