Description
Carrot Cake Protein Bars are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of carrot cake with the nutritional benefits of protein. These bars are moist, chewy, and packed with spices that remind you of a classic dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup honey (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup water (or as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, almond flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix the grated carrots, honey, vanilla extract, and water until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until combined. Add more water if needed.
- Gently fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting.
- Drizzle with honey before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- For longer storage, wrap each bar individually and freeze for up to three months.
- Experiment with spices and add-ins like shredded coconut or chocolate chips for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Carrot Cake, Protein Bars, Healthy Snack, Dessert