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Perfect Bar Recipe

Published: August 19, 2025 Prep Time: About 20 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: About 20 minutes Serves: 12 Difficulty: Easy Category: Snack Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup hemp hearts
  • 1/4 cup chopped almonds
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Line an 8x8 inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix almond butter, honey, and melted coconut oil.
  3. Add protein powder, chia seeds, hemp hearts, and vanilla extract.
  4. Stir until well combined and smooth.
  5. Add chopped almonds, dried cranberries, and dark chocolate chips.
  6. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  7. Press mixture firmly into prepared pan.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
  9. Cut into 12 bars and store in an airtight container.
  10. Keep refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.

Special Notes

This homemade perfect bar recipe creates a nutritious, protein-packed snack that's perfect for on-the-go nutrition. The combination of almond butter, protein powder, and superfoods like chia seeds and hemp hearts provides sustained energy and essential nutrients. The bars are naturally sweetened with honey and contain no artificial ingredients. This recipe is perfect for athletes, busy professionals, or anyone looking for a healthy snack option. The bars can be customized with different nuts, dried fruits, or protein powders based on preference. These bars are especially popular for pre-workout fuel or post-workout recovery. The recipe makes 12 bars that are perfect for meal prep and grab-and-go snacking.