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These homemade nut free protein bars are a wholesome, on-the-go option that provide a filling combination of protein and fiber and are great allergy free protein bars for those allergic to nuts, gluten or dairy. Homemade vegan protein bars have never been easier!

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I initially made these homemade vegan protein bars for my neighbor, who is vegan, nut-free and gluten-free. I knew I could throw a chickpea protein bar recipe together without any animal products.

These nut free protein bars turned out better than expected. Even made without flour, chickpea bars are soft, chewy and delightful to bite into.

We’ve been eating these chickpea protein bars around the clock. It helps to have our pantry stocked with pantry staples so we can pull these together whenever the craving strikes.

I totally think the crunch of the chocolate chips and sunflower seeds are my favorite part and what set these apart from other storebought bars.

Best of all, you’d likely spend over $2.00 a bar if you buy a storebought vegan protein bar. On the other hand, these chickpea protein bars come out at less than $0.75 a bar, so they are quite budget friendly!

Plus, most storebought vegan protein bars may have protein powders or other fillers, but these homemade vegan protein bars have easy to pronounce ingredients that you may already have on hand.

There’s also no dairy or eggs for those who require dairy free protein bars. 

Ingredients For Homemade Vegan Protein Bars

To make these chickpea protein bars, here’s what you need.

• chickpeas
• oats
• sunflower butter (or choice of seed or nut butter)
• coconut sugar
• baking powder
• baking soda
• sea salt
• vanilla extract
• maple syrup
• optional add in’s – sunflower seeds, chocolate chips (make sure to choose a vegan option)

The protein in these nut free protein bars comes from the chickpeas, oats and sunflower butter. And if you like pumpkin, these vegan pumpkin blondies are a fun spin on these bars.

The sea salt is essential in these chickpea bars because it brings out all the flavors. Promise me you’ll add a high quality sea salt.

I really think these vegan nut free protein bars can appeal to everyone. Truthfully, these are actually one of my favorite snacks for breastfeeding hunger or to recommend as a healthy athlete snack, especially for my athletes who need no nuts protein bars.

Since these bars don’t use any type of flour, they are rather light and chewy. I wanted them to be this way. 

If you want a less chewy bar, these hemp protein bars have a little more strength to them. Or for a more heartier bar, try my healthy vegan trail mix bars. 

How to Make Nut Free Protein Bars

Obviously, these bars are nut free, but they are not seed free. Seeds are not one of the top 8 allergens, so most people with a nut allergy can tolerate seeds, however, that’s not the same for everyone. If you’re unsure, check with your doctor or take an allergy test.

Start by adding chickpeas to a food processor. Slowly add in other ingredients and blend until smooth. 

Then, pour the batter in your baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes in the oven.

While it can be difficult to find nut free vegan bars (most vegan recipes rely on cashews or tree nuts), this is a true favorite.

These chickpea bars actually make great vegan nut free desserts. They are a great option for those of us who like a healthy, sweet treat after dinner.

We alternate between these and our favorite coconut cream dessert often.

FAQ

Using chickpeas helps make for budget friendy recipes! I must be on a chickpea kick recently, considering I’m loving these bbq roasted chickpeas, strawberry banana chickpea muffins and roasted chickpea pitas.

If you’re interested in learning more about sources of vegetarian protein, here are easy vegetarian recipes!

More Vegan Snack Recipes

• Chickpea Cookie Dough Dip
• Homemade Protein Granola
• Peanut Butter Banana Brownies
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Coconut Balls
• Chocolate Chip Sweet Potato Bread

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Yield: 9 bars

Nut Free Protein Bars

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These homemade nut free protein bars are a wholesome, on-the-go option that provide a filling combination of protein and fiber and are great allergy free protein bars for those allergic to nuts, gluten or dairy. Homemade vegan protein bars have never been easier!

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• ½ cup oats (use gluten-free if needed)
• ½ cup sunflower seed butter
• 1/4 cup coconut sugar
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1.5 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 1/3 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips
• sea salt, for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350. 
2. Rinse and drain chickpeas and place in ninja or food processor. Add in other ingredients and blend until smooth, adding sunflower seeds and chocolate chips in last.
3. Spoon batter into 8x8 pan and spread evenly, sprinkling with sea salt.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until lightly browned and set. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before eating. Bars will harden slightly upon cooling.
5. Store cooled bars in refrigerator for up to a week.

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  Coombs Family Farms Maple Syrup, Organic, Grade A, Dark Color, Robust Taste, 32-Ounce Jug
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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

9

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 277Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 786mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 6gSugar: 12gProtein: 8g

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