Clean Protein Bars
If you’re looking for a protein-packed snack that actually tastes like a treat, these homemade bars hit that sweet spot. Made with creamy cottage cheese, rich chocolate, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey, they deliver a smooth, dessert-like texture without being overly heavy. Each bite balances indulgence and nutrition, making them ideal for a quick pre-workout boost, a post-gym refuel, or even a late-night snack straight from the freezer.
-Elise Jesse
Each Bar has roughly 94 calories, 10 grams of protein, and 6 grams of carbs.
Recipe makes 12 bars
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 scoops unflavored protein powder
1.5 tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or blue agave
1 cup almond flour
¾ cup chocolate chips, melted
½ tsp coconut oil
Directions
Add cottage cheese to your food processor and blend until smooth.
Next, add vanilla extract, 2 scoops of your favorite unflavored protein (This is mine, but you can use your fave), maple syrup, and almond flour, and blend again until smooth.
Heat ¾ cup of chocolate chips in 30-second increments in the microwave or over a double broiler and add ½ tsp of coconut oil.
Place parchment paper over a baking sheet and spread ½ of the chocolate in a thin layer. Freeze for 5 minutes.
Next, add the protein mixture and spread evenly before topping with the rest of the melted chocolate. Freeze for 10 minutes.
Cut long ways and then make 5 cuts shortways, you should have 12 total.
Store these in the freezer for a late-night treat or a pre-workout boost.