Sugar Free Protein Bar

These homemade protein bars are a great sugar-free and customizable option for a healthy snack or post-workout treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup unsweetened protein powder (vanilla or your preferred flavor)
• 1/2 cup almond butter (or any nut or seed butter of your choice)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or peanuts)
• 1/4 cup seeds (e.g., chia seeds, flaxseeds, or sunflower seeds)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• A pinch of salt

Optional Add-ins:

• Sugar-free sweetener to taste (stevia or erythritol)
• Unsweetened shredded coconut
• Sugar-free chocolate chips or cocoa nibs

Instructions:

1. Prepare Dry Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, chopped nuts, seeds, and a pinch of salt.
2. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   • In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, warm the almond butter until it's easy to stir.
   • Mix the warmed almond butter, almond milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until a thick, dough-like consistency forms.
4. Adjust Sweetness (Optional):
   • Taste the mixture and add sugar-free sweetener if desired. Adjust to your preferred level of sweetness.
5. Press into Pan:
   • Line a square or rectangular pan with parchment paper.
   • Press the mixture evenly into the pan.
6. Chill:
   • Place the pan in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 1-2 hours to firm up.
7. Cut into Bars:
   • Once firm, remove from the refrigerator and cut into bars of your desired size and shape.
8. Store:
   • Store the sugar-free protein bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for freshness. They can also be individually wrapped for convenience.