Peanut Butter Swirl Protein Bars (Printable)

Chewy protein bars with peanut butter swirl—great for breakfast, snacking or post-workout energy boost.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1 cup vanilla whey protein powder
03 - 1/4 cup almond flour
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 2/3 cup creamy natural peanut butter
07 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
08 - 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Swirl Topping

10 - 1/4 cup peanut butter, melted

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring edges overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, vanilla whey protein powder, almond flour, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir until fully blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, unsweetened almond milk, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until a thick, cohesive dough forms.
05 - Transfer dough to the prepared baking pan. Press evenly into all corners using a spatula. Drizzle melted peanut butter over the surface, then swirl with a knife or toothpick for a marbled effect.
06 - Place pan in oven and bake for 18–20 minutes or until edges are golden brown and the center is set.
07 - Remove pan from oven and allow to cool completely. Lift out slab using parchment paper and cut evenly into 12 bars.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to make with only fifteen minutes of prep time
  • Satisfies hunger with a balanced blend of protein and complex carbs
  • Free from refined sugar when you use natural sweeteners
  • Customizable for dietary needs like dairy free or vegan
02 -
  • Packed with protein and healthy fats
  • Each bar is naturally gluten free if made with certified gluten free oats
  • Freezes and thaws beautifully for make-ahead snacks
03 -
  • Press the dough firmly in the pan for bars that hold together perfectly
  • Always melt the swirl peanut butter until pourable for the best marble effect
  • Cool completely before slicing or bars will crumble and you will miss that bakery quality finish

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