These no-cook chocolate chip granola bars come together in minutes with just five simple ingredients — no oven, no fuss. Peanut butter, oats, and chocolate protein powder give you a genuinely filling snack that tastes like dessert but delivers 14g of protein per bar. A perfect grab-and-go option when you need something quick between meals or after training.
Nutrition Per Serving
Calories: 229 | Protein: 14g | Carbs: 17g | Fat: 12g | Fibre: 2g
Makes 3 servings.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp all-natural peanut butter
- 1 1/2 tsp honey
- 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips (mini)
- 1/4 cup quick oats
- 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder
Instructions
1. Prep the Dish
Line a small baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang on the sides to make it easy to lift the bars out once they’re set.
2. Mix the Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix the peanut butter and honey together until smooth and well combined. Add the chocolate chips, quick oats, and chocolate protein powder, then mix well until everything is evenly incorporated. If the mixture feels too dry to come together, add a few teaspoons of water one at a time until it reaches a workable consistency.
3. Press, Chill, and Cut
Press the mixture firmly into all corners of the baking dish using a spatula or another piece of parchment paper to create a smooth, even surface. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before lifting out and cutting into bars. Enjoy!
Dietitian Tips
- Storage — refrigerate in an airtight container for up to seven days, or freeze in individual portions for up to three months for a ready-to-grab snack anytime.
- Serving size — a 7½ × 6-inch (19 × 15 cm) baking dish works well for this batch size. Slice into bars based on your macro goals — smaller bars for a lighter snack, larger for a post-workout refuel.
- Swap the protein powder for vanilla or unflavoured if you prefer — the chocolate chips carry enough flavour on their own. Just make sure whatever powder you use plays well with peanut butter.
- Make it nut-free by using sunflower seed butter in place of the peanut butter. The flavour is slightly different but still delicious.
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