Chewy High-Protein Chocolate Chip Bars

Chewy High-Protein Chocolate Chip Bars

12 bars | 200 kcal | 12 g protein each

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup maple syrup (~173 kcal)

• 2 tbsp honey (~128 kcal)

• ½ cup PB2 powder (~50 kcal)

• 1.5 cups Momentous Vanilla Protein Powder (~360 kcal)

• ¾ cup pecans, chopped (~300 kcal)

• ¾ cup almonds, chopped (~400 kcal)

• 3 tbsp pumpkin seeds (~90 kcal)

• ½ cup unsweetened shredded coconut (~200 kcal)

• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (~200 kcal)

• 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce (moisture for chewiness)

• 1–2 tsp coconut oil, melted (softens texture)

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch sea salt

Instructions

1. Toast the nuts & seeds (optional)

   • In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast pecans, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and shredded coconut for 3–5 minutes until fragrant. Cool slightly.

2. Prepare the syrup binder

   • In a small saucepan over low heat, combine maple syrup, honey, PB2 powder, applesauce, and coconut oil. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.

   • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon.

3. Combine dry ingredients

   • In a large bowl, mix Momentous Protein powder (Use code WendiIrlbeck for 15% OFF toasted nuts, seeds, coconut, and half of the chocolate chips. Add a pinch of sea salt.

4. Mix wet + dry

   • Pour the syrup mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until the mixture sticks together. It should hold when pressed.

   • Fold in the remaining chocolate chips gently (this ensures some chocolate is on top for soft bites).

5. Press into pan

   • Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

   • Press mixture firmly but not overly tight into the pan. Aim for an even thickness of ~1 inch for softer, chewy bars.

6. Chill & set

   • Refrigerate for 1–2 hours. After chilling, let sit 10–15 minutes at room temperature before cutting to maintain softness.

7. Cut & store

   • Lift out with parchment paper and cut into 12 bars.

   • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Macros per Bar (approximate)

• Calories: 200 kcal

• Protein: 12 g

• Carbs: 27 g

• Fat: 11 g

A healthier homemade bar to pack for tournaments, holiday gatherings and travel!