Are protein bars actually healthy?

Not all protein bars are created equal. Many store-bought versions are packed with added sugars, artificial sweeteners, and fillers. But when you make your own cookie dough protein bars , you're in control of every ingredient. Using oat flour, cashew butter, and plant-based protein powder means your bars deliver real nutrition—healthy fats, complex carbs, and clean protein. These bars support your goals without the sugar crash, making them a smart, healthy snack choice.

Can I turn cookie dough into bars?

Yes, and that’s exactly what these cookie dough protein bars are. By using safe-to-eat ingredients like oat flour (instead of raw wheat flour) and skipping the eggs, you can turn cookie dough into a bar that’s both safe and satisfying. The texture mimics traditional cookie dough, but with a protein boost and a silky chocolate top that transforms it into a convenient, dessert-like snack.

Is cookie dough real dough?

Traditional cookie dough includes eggs and raw flour, which aren’t safe to eat uncooked. But these chocolate chip cookie dough protein bar recipes use ingredients like almond milk and oat flour, which are both safe to eat as-is. So yes—it’s “real” cookie dough in flavor and texture, but reimagined for health, safety, and convenience. These bars are designed to give you that nostalgic dough flavor without the risks.

Can I put melted chocolate in cookie dough?

Absolutely—and it’s one of the best parts of this recipe! These protein bar chocolate chip cookie dough treats get a smooth, melted chocolate coating on top. You can also stir chopped dark chocolate into the base instead of chips if you prefer a gooey texture throughout. Just make sure to chill the bars after adding melted chocolate so it sets perfectly and gives that satisfying snap with every bite.

Cookie Dough Protein Bars – Ultimate No-Bake Treat With 10g Protein

Description

These no-bake cookie dough protein bars are soft, rich, and sweetened without sugar—packed with clean ingredients and chocolatey bliss.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup oat flour

½ cup vanilla plant-based protein powder

¼ tsp salt

¼ tsp baking soda

½ cup cashew butter

3 tbsp maple syrup (or sugar-free syrup)

2 tbsp almond milk

1 tsp vanilla extract

⅓ cup mini dark chocolate chips

Chocolate Coating:

½ cup dark chocolate chips

1 tsp coconut oil

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Instructions

1. Whisk oat flour, protein powder, salt, and baking soda in a bowl.

2. Add cashew butter, syrup, milk, and vanilla. Mix until dough forms.

3. Fold in mini chocolate chips.

4. Press into lined 8×4 pan and smooth top.

5. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil. Pour over base.

6. Freeze 1 hour until firm.

7. Slice into 8 bars. Store chilled or frozen.

Notes

Use sunflower seed butter for nut-free version. Store in fridge for 1 week or freeze for 3 months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 210
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 110mg
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg