Diy Perfect Bars
DIY Perfect Bars are those snacks that bridge the gap between healthy and indulgent. They fit perfectly into busy schedules, serving as great options for breakfast, midday snacks, or satisfying treats. My journey with these bars began when I started experimenting in the kitchen, trying to create something that tasted fantastic and kept me fueled throughout the day. After several tweaks and taste tests (a lot of taste tests, let me tell you!), I’ve come up with a recipe that’s easy to make, deliciously satisfying, and utterly customizable!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- rubber spatula
- 8x4-inch bread pan
- refrigerator
Ingredients
- - 1 1/4 cup oat flour use high-quality, store-bought for a fine texture
- - 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- - 1/4 tsp salt
- - 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- - 1/3 cup honey
- - 1 tsp vanilla extract
- - 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
- - 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- - 1/4 cup sunflower seeds for added crunch
- - 2 tbsp ground flaxseed for extra health benefits
Instructions
Step 1: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups of oat flour, 1/4 cup of vanilla protein powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Stir these dry ingredients together until well mixed. This step sets the foundation for your bars and makes sure every bite has the same great flavor.
Step 2: Add the Wet Ingredients
- Now it’s time to bring in the star players: add in 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter, 1/3 cup of honey, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of melted coconut oil. Use a spatula or your hands to mix everything together. The dough will feel thick, perhaps more like a really thick brownie batter, and that’s completely normal! To make this easier, I often dive in with my hands.
Step 3: Adjust the Consistency
- If the mixture feels too dry and crumbly, add a touch more melted coconut oil; just a tablespoon at a time. You want your bars to be dense but firm, striking a balance between solid and too soft.
Step 4: Fold in the Goodies
- Once everything is well combined, it’s time for the mini chocolate chips and those crunchy sunflower seeds! Add these in and mix until evenly distributed. I love getting my hands involved here – it’s therapeutic, and you can really feel everything combine.
Step 5: Press into the Pan
- Grab an 8x4-inch bread pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal later. Pour the mixture into the pan, and using your hands or a spatula, press it down firmly. For an extra treat, sprinkle some more chocolate chips on top and gently press them in.
Step 6: Chill and Set
- Now, pop the pan in the refrigerator and let these bars chill for at least one hour. This helps them firm up nicely, making each bar easy to cut into clean squares. Once set, slice them up, store them, and enjoy!
Notes
- For different flavors, try experimenting with nut butters like almond or cashew butter.
- The bars freeze beautifully; just wrap them individually for an easy grab-and-go option.
- If you prefer a sweeter bar, add a few more tablespoons of honey based on your taste.
- You can substitute any nuts or seeds you love in the recipe’s base.
- Always measure with care, especially for dry ingredients, to achieve the perfect texture.
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