Crunchy Dark Chocolate, Coconut, Peanut Butter, Oatmeal No Bake Protein Bars

Whew, now that’s a long name! But these yummy protein bars command a larger, or longer rather lol, than life name to convey their deliciousness. These are by far THE BEST protein bars I've EVER tasted – homemade or store bought. Everything in them is good for you and my husband can attest – unless you know the ingredients and know they’re healthy for you – you’d think it’s more along the lines of a candy bar than a protein bar. No joke folks – these are the best! 

Now in saying that – I feel I must warn you – you've heard of the saying, “everything in moderation” right? Well that goes for these too. Yes they are protein bars, but because they are so scrumdidlyumpcious (sp? Lol) it’s easy to eat them like candy, then before you know it, a good thing turns bad. Booooo! I know right?! It’s sad but true. Too much of a good thing is, well – too much. But hey, I won’t tell if you indulge, as long as you don’t tattle on me either.

Crunchy Dark Chocolate, Coconut, Peanut Butter, Oatmeal No Bake Protein Bars

½ cup Creamy Peanut Butter

1 cup Extra Crunchy Peanut Butter

½ cup Organic Virgin Coconut Oil

½ cup Agave Nectar

1 tsp Vanilla Extract

2 cups Regular Rolled Oats

1 cup Shredded Coconut

4 Heaping Scoops Nectar Sweets Chocolate Truffle Protein Powder

1 ¼ cup Dark Chocolate Chips

Line a 9x13 pan with parchment paper (you can use butter/shortening/cooking spray instead but I prefer not to). If you want thicker bars you can use a smaller pan.

Melt together the peanut butter, coconut oil and agave nectar over medium-low heat in a saucepan on the stove stirring frequently.

Once melted remove from heat and add the remaining ingredients, stirring until protein powder is fully incorporated and chocolate is completely melted.

Pour into your lined pan. Spread evenly and put into the fridge to harden. After a few hours, or overnight, cut into squares and enjoy! I recommend storing uneaten bars in the fridge or freezer as they become a little mushy at room temp – still absolutely divine though no matter the temperature.

My inspiration for these decadent bars came from Money Saving Mom. I took her recipe, tweaked it a bit and viola – protein bars!

Enjoy!