Mint Dark Chocolate Protein Bars

Sweet, chocolatey, with a touch of mint. Healthy snacking doesn’t get any better than these Mint Dark Chocolate Protein Bars! Make a big batch of these bars in just a few minutes and keep them on hand for quick and easy snacks throughout the week.

Mint Dark Chocolate Protein Bars – The BEST Healthy Snack!

I love these homemade protein bars for a sweet treat. Every bite is so delicious and full of minty, chocolatey goodness! Not too chewy, not too crunchy, and not crumbly…they’re just right. Like a store-bought protein bar but SO much better! Trust me, you guys are going to want to keep this one on repeat!

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Ingredients

Here are a few notes about what you’ll need for this recipe:

Almond Butter – Almond butter (opens in a new tab) or cashew butter (opens in a new tab) are both great options for this recipe. If possible, it’s easier to use nut butter at room temperature since it mixes a bit better.

TIP: If you’re using unsalted almond butter, feel free to add a tiny dash of salt to the mixture!

Brown Rice Cereal – I love how crispy brown rice cereal (opens in a new tab) adds texture to these bars! Another option is to use crumbled walnuts or pecans instead.

Oat Flour – Oat flour (opens in a new tab) or almond flour (opens in a new tab) adds nutrition and texture to the recipe. Don’t have these on hand? Make your own by simply blending rolled oats (or almonds) into a flour-like texture!

Vanilla Protein Powder – Add your favorite vanilla protein powder! Personally, I love this protein powder (opens in a new tab) in recipes. But any type of whey protein or plant-based protein blend will work great.

Mint Extract – Just a little bit of peppermint extract (opens in a new tab) takes these chocolate bars to another level!

Cocoa Powder – Cocoa powder (or cacao powder) adds chocolate flavor to this recipe.

Maple Syrup – These Mint Chocolate Protein Bars are sweetened to perfection with maple syrup! Honey or brown rice syrup (opens in a new tab) are also great options.

Mini Dark Chocolate Chips – I like using mini chocolate chips (opens in a new tab) so that they spread throughout the bars a bit more evenly. Regular chocolate chips work great, too!

Chocolate Topping (Optional) – The chocolate drizzle topping is optional but so good! It’s made from two simple ingredients: melting chocolate (or chocolate chips) and coconut oil.

How to Make Mint Chocolate Protein Bars

This recipe only takes about 5 minutes to put together, and then freezes for about an hour. So while it takes some time to wait for them to set in the freezer, the actual making of these bars is so quick and easy! Here’s how to make Mint Chocolate Protein Bars:

1. Mix all of the bar ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
2. Pour into an 8×8″ baking pan (opens in a new tab) lined with parchment paper.
3. Spread and flatten the dough with a spatula.
4. Add the chocolate topping drizzle.
5. Freeze for about 1 hour.
6. Slice into bars and enjoy!

Notes About the Recipe

• Lightly press down the mixture in the baking pan, but don’t over-press. That could make them overly dense!
• Use an extra piece of parchment paper on top of the mixture and a spatula to help the top be evenly flat.
• This recipe can make 8, 10, or even 12 bars!
• Easily make vegan protein bars by using plant-based protein powder and vegan chocolate chips.

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How to Store Mint Chocolate Protein Bars

These bars are best when stored in the refrigerator. This helps hold their texture and keeps the chocolate from melting. They can also be kept at room temperature if necessary (in an airtight container (opens in a new tab)), but they tend to be a little bit on the softer side when stored that way. I always recommend keeping them in the fridge if possible!

More Healthy Snack Ideas

• Homemade Peanut Butter Protein Bars
• Chocolate Banana Smoothie
• Heavenly Hunks (Copycat Recipe)
• Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Energy Bites
• Blueberry Banana Protein Muffins
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Balls

Did you make these Mint Chocolate Protein Bars? Be sure to give it a rating below and tag your photos @jar.of.lemons! (opens in a new tab)