Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Snack Bars (Chocolate)

Oliver

We love discovering new ways to use our pancake mixes beyond the griddle. These Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Snack Bars quickly became a go-to in our kitchen — especially on busy mornings or afternoons when we want something satisfying but not overly sweet.

Not quite a cookie or a brownie, these bars land somewhere in between: soft-set, chewy, and nourishing, with just enough richness from peanut butter to keep them from feeling dry or “protein-y.” We bake them gently to ensure great texture and proper cooking, then slice them into snackable pieces that are easy to grab and enjoy throughout the week. They’re a great example of how our mixes can be used creatively — not just for pancakes, but for everyday, protein-packed meals and snacks.

Whether you enjoy them as a quick breakfast, a post-workout bite, or a midday pick-me-up, these bars are designed to fuel your day and leave room to make them your own.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Snack Bars (Chocolate)

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Snack Bars (Chocolate)

Servings

10

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Cuisine

American

Category

Breakfast, Snack, Protein

These baked chocolate peanut butter protein bars are soft, chewy, and satisfying — somewhere between a cookie and a brownie, but designed as a protein-forward snack. Made with our Chocolate Protein Pancake Mix, they’re hearty, lightly sweet, and perfect for breakfast, post-workout fuel, or an on-the-go snack.

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups Dojo Fresh Chocolate Protein Pancake Mix

  • ½ cup peanut butter

  • ⅓ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup plant-based milk (soy or oat work well)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
  • ¼ cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)
  • Pinch of salt (optional, if you like a sweet-salty finish)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, stir together the peanut butter, maple syrup, plant-based milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Add the Chocolate Protein Pancake Mix and a pinch of salt (if using). Mix until a thick, moldable dough forms. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  4. Press the dough firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
  5. Bake for 18 minutes, until the center is set and the edges feel lightly firm.
  6. Allow bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into bars.
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