Tasty Tuesdays: Apple Pie Protein Bars

These healthy No-Bake Apple Pie Protein Bars taste like a dessert you can eat daily….multiple times. Not only do they only take 10 minutes to whip up, but they are also a one bowl wonder which is a no-mess, no fuss kind of snack.

They have a soft, chewy and doughy texture which is a common theme around here! Not only do each bar pack at a hefty protein boost, but they are also naturally gluten-free, vegan, paleo, low carb, and keto-friendly.

Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut flour
• ½ cup almond flour
• ½ cup protein powder of choice
• 2 tbsp granulated sweetener of choice
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp mixed spice
• 1 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 cup almond butter can sub for any nut or seed butter of choice
• ½ cup keto maple syrup sub for maple syrup in the paleo version
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 tbsp milk of choice * See notes

Instructions

1. Line a large baking dish with greased paper and set aside.
2. In large mixing bowl, combine the flour, protein powder, granulated sweetener, cinnamon, nutmeg and mixed spice and mix well.
3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the nut butter and liquid sweetener and heat until melted. Pour the wet mixture into the dry and mix well. Add the unsweetened applesauce and mix until combined- The batter should be crumbly.
4. Using a spoon, add the milk of choice one spoonful at a time until a thick, firm batter is formed.
5. Transfer to lined baking dish and press firmly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Notes
* Depending on the flour/protein powder combination, you may need more or less. I used up to 3/4 cup with the paleo version.
If your batter is too thin (brands VS homemade applesauce vary, add a dash more coconut flour until firmer).
Homemade no bake apple pie protein bars should be stored in the fridge and will keep fresh for up to 2 weeks. These protein bars are freezer friendly and keep well for up to 6 months.