Chickpea Cookie Dough Protein Bars

Fuel Your Day, Naturally 🍪💪

Indulge your cravings and nourish your body with these homemade Chickpea Cookie Dough Protein Bars. Packed with plant-based protein and wholesome ingredients, these bars are a delicious and satisfying snack. Enjoy the perfect combination of textures and flavors in every bite.

For the base:

• 1 x can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 scoops vegan vanilla protein powder
• 2 tablespoons Natvia 100% Natural Sweetener
• 2 tablespoons oat milk

For the middle:

• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• 1 tablespoon Natvia 100% Natural Sweetener
• 2 tablespoons peanut butter

For the topping:

• 3 tablespoons Natvia 100% Natural Sweetener
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon smooth nut butter
• Granola, to sprinkle over 

1. First make the base: Blend the chickpeas, protein powder, Natvia 100% Natural Sweetener and oat milk until thick and smooth and forms a cookie dough texture. Press into individual silicone molds to fill up to ⅓. 
2. Melt the coconut oil and nut butter then stir in the Natvia 100% Natural Sweetener. Spoon over the base of each one to cover then chill in the fridge for 1 hour.
3. Mix together the icing sugar, cocoa powder, nut butter and a dash of water/enough to create a thick but slightly runny chocolate texture.
4. Spoon over the top of each peanut butter layer to fill to the top. Sprinkle over granola then chill for at least 1 hour.
5. Pop out of the mold when ready to eat and enjoy! 

• PREPARATION TIME: 20-30 minutes
• SERVES: 6-8 bars