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by Adam Warren

[ RECIPE ] Cookie Dough Protein Bars

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[ RECIPE ] Cookie Dough Protein Bars
 
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Serves: 10 Bars
Ingredients
  • 50g Rolled Oats
  • 240g Chickpeas (drained)
  • 50ml Plant-based Milk (almond or coconut work well)
  • 1 scoop Naked Nutrition Pea Protein
  • 150g Peanut Butter
  • 75g Maple Syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 80g Vegan Chocolate Chips

  • Vegan Chocolate Ganache
  • 250g Vegan Dark Chocolate (small chunks)
  • 120ml Coconut Cream
Instructions
  1. Line a small container or baking tray with greaseproof paper.
  2. Place the rolled oats and chickpeas into a blender (ideally with the milling blade) and blend for 1 minute until finely mixed into a flour-like texture.
  3. Next add the milk, protein, peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla extract and blend again for a further minute until a smooth dough is formed (if the ingredients are a little too dry add some extra plant milk).
  4. Pour the contents into a large enough bowl and add the chocolate chips. Continue to work the mixture with a wooden spoon or clean hands until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
  5. Place the mixture into the lined container or baking tray, press down on all sides to ensure the top is smooth, then place into the refrigerator for 2-3 hours or leave overnight.
  6. Meanwhile make the ganache by adding the chocolate chunks to a small saucepan over a medium heat alongside the coconut cream. Stir regularly until the contents have fully melted then leave to cool for at least 1 hour.
  7. When the mixture has cooled pour the contents into a mixing bowl and use an electric whisk to thicken the ganache until it has doubled in size (this usually takes 5-10 minutes) then set-aside.
  8. When ready, place the cookie dough onto a large enough chopping board then carefully remove the greaseproof paper.
  9. Slowly pour the ganache over the cookie dough then slice evenly using a sharp knife (the cookie dough bars will store in an airtight container for up to 5 days if kept in the refrigerator)

 

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