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Chocolate Workout Bars Recipe

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These Chocolate Workout Bars are a nutrient-dense, protein-packed snack perfect for post-workout energy or a healthy treat. Made with black beans, nut butter, natural sweeteners, and rich cocoa powder, they offer a deliciously fudgy texture enriched with chocolate chips. The bars are easy to prepare by blending ingredients and freezing, with an optional chocolate coating to add an extra indulgent layer.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup nut butter of choice or oil
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup, honey, agave, or date syrup
  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 2/3 cup oat flour or almond flour, or 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (not optional)

Optional Chocolate Coating

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 tsp oil
  • OR 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or agave syrup

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan: Line an 8-inch pan with parchment or wax paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
  2. Blend Ingredients: Drain and rinse the black beans thoroughly. In a food processor, combine the beans, salt, nut butter or oil, pure maple syrup or chosen sweetener, cocoa powder, and oat flour or substitute. Blend until smooth and well combined, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides if needed.
  3. Add Chocolate Chips and Mix: Stir in the 1/2 cup chocolate chips by hand to preserve their texture within the mixture.
  4. Form the Bars and Freeze: Spread the blended mixture evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top. Place the pan in the freezer to set firmly, approximately 30 minutes or until bars hold shape.
  5. Optional Chocolate Coating: After bars have chilled for at least 30 minutes, prepare the chocolate coating. Either melt 1/2 cup chocolate chips with 2 tsp oil to make a thin sauce, or whisk together 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 2 tbsp melted coconut oil, and 1/4 cup pure maple syrup or agave into a smooth sauce. Spread the sauce evenly over the chilled bars and return to the freezer to set the chocolate layer.
  6. Serve and Store: Once set, cut into bars and serve immediately or store them in the freezer for a quick, delicious snack anytime.

Notes

  • Make sure to rinse the black beans well to remove any canned taste.
  • Oat flour can be substituted with almond flour or rolled oats for different texture or dietary preferences.
  • The optional chocolate coating adds an extra layer of flavor, but the bars are delicious on their own.
  • These bars are best kept frozen or refrigerated for optimal texture and freshness.
  • You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave to suit dietary needs or taste preferences.

Keywords: protein bars, chocolate bars, workout snack, healthy snack, black beans, no bake, vegan optional, high protein

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