Peanut Butter Chocolate Chia Bars Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

These Peanut Butter Chocolate Chia Bars are a nutritious and delicious option for a healthy dessert. Packed with protein and fiber, they make for a satisfying snack or a sweet treat that won’t derail your healthy eating goals.

This recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal ingredients, making it perfect for anyone looking to whip up a quick and healthy dessert.

Nutritious Peanut Butter Chocolate Chia Bars

These bars combine the rich flavors of peanut butter and chocolate with the health benefits of chia seeds. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and sets in the refrigerator for a few hours, yielding 12 bars that are perfect for on-the-go snacking.

Ingredients

1 cup natural peanut butter
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup chia seeds
1 cup rolled oats
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth.
Add Chia Seeds and Oats: Mix in chia seeds and rolled oats until well combined. If using, fold in dark chocolate chips.
Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Spread Mixture: Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and press it down evenly with a spatula.
Chill: Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Cut and Serve: Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and cut into squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.