Hazelnut Chocolate Protein Bars

 

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Topping:

• 100g dark chocolate (70% cacao recommended)
• 2 tbsp chopped hazelnuts (optional)

US Customary:

• 1/2 cup vegan protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup hazelnut butter
• 5 tbsp milk of choice
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/4 cup hazelnuts

For the Chocolate Topping:

• 3.5 oz dark chocolate (70% cacao recommended)
• 2 tbsp chopped hazelnuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base:

   • In a large bowl, mix together the hazelnut butter, maple syrup, and milk until well combined.
   • Add the protein powder and cocoa powder. Stir until the mixture forms a smooth dough.
   • Gently fold in the hazelnuts.

2. Form the Bars:

   • Transfer the mixture to a loaf tin lined with baking paper. Press it down evenly to compact the mixture.

3. Prepare the Topping:

   • Break the dark chocolate into pieces and place it in a heat-proof dish. Melt the chocolate in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until smooth.
   • If desired, fold in the chopped hazelnuts.

4. Assemble:

   • Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the protein bar mixture in the loaf tin.

5. Chill:

   • Refrigerate the mixture until set, about 1-2 hours.

6. Serve:

   • Once set, remove from the tin and slice into 8 bars.

Enjoy your homemade hazelnut chocolate protein bars!