Looking for an easy homemade snack with a delicious chocolate hazelnut flavour? These no-bake chocolate hazelnut protein bars combine oats, almond butter, cacao and Just Blends Chocolate Hazelnut Plant Protein for a rich, satisfying treat.
With no oven required, they're simple to prepare and perfect for keeping in the fridge when you're craving something chocolatey. Finish with melted chocolate and chopped hazelnuts for an extra-indulgent touch.
2 cups rolled oats - gluten-free
½ cup of coconut flour
2 tbsp cacao powder
½ cup JUST BLENDS Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Powder
1 tbsp JUST BLENDS Maca powder
½ cup of almond butter
¾ cup of rice malt syrup or maple syrup
2 tbsp of coconut milk
2 tbsp coconut oil
1 tbsp of hot water (as needed)
OPTIONAL
Melted chocolate, chopped hazelnuts
Method
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Add the oats, flour, cacao powder, salt, Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Powder and Maca powder to a food processor. Blend until combined.
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Gently warm the almond butter and maple syrup together until softened and easy to mix. Add to the dry ingredients along with the remaining wet ingredients. Process until the mixture holds together when pressed. If it's too dry, add a tablespoon of hot water as needed.
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Transfer the mixture to a lined baking dish and press down firmly. Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes before cutting into bars.
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If using the optional topping, melt the chocolate gently in a double boiler or microwave. Dip the bars into the melted chocolate and sprinkle with chopped hazelnuts.
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Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For longer storage, freeze the bars in a suitable airtight container.
