Homemade Nut Free Protein Bars with Chickpeas
These easy nut free protein bars are a wholesome, on-the-go option. Chickpea protein bars offer a filling combination of protein and fiber and are great allergy free protein bars for those allergic to tree nuts, gluten or dairy. Plus, no protein powder is used!
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
- Preheat oven to 350.
- 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.
- Spoon batter into 8x8 pan and spread evenly, sprinkling with sea salt.
- 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.
- Store cooled bars in refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
You could also use pumpkin or soy butter in place of sunflower seed butter. I haven't tested it with tahini, but that is another nut-free option.
Store your homemade nut free protein bars at room temperature for up to 3-5 days in an airtight container.
Or, freeze for up to 3 months in a stasher bag.
Equipment
Nutrition
Serving: -1Calories: 273kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 197mgPotassium: 232mgFiber: 4gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 23IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 3mg
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