🥜🍓 PB&J Brownie Protein Bars

PB&J Brownie Protein Bars combine the fudgy richness of a brownie with the nostalgic flavors of peanut butter and jelly. They’re packed with protein, naturally satisfying, and perfect for meal prep, post-workout snacks, or healthy desserts.

Prep Time

• Prep: 15 minutes
• Bake: 18–22 minutes
• Cool: 30 minutes
• Total: About 1 hour

Servings

12 bars

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Ingredients

Brownie Layer

• 1 cup oat flour
• ½ cup chocolate protein powder
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ¼ cup natural peanut butter
• ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
• ¼ cup honey or sugar-free maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2–4 tablespoons milk (if needed for consistency)

PB&J Swirl

• ¼ cup natural peanut butter, slightly warmed
• ¼ cup no-sugar-added strawberry or raspberry jam
• 1 tablespoon chopped roasted peanuts (optional)

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Batter

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper.
3. In one bowl, whisk together the oat flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
4. In another bowl, mix the eggs, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, applesauce, honey, and vanilla.
5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, adding milk as needed to create a thick brownie batter.

2. Assemble

1. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
2. Spoon small dollops of peanut butter and jam over the top.
3. Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl them into the batter.
4. Sprinkle with chopped peanuts, if using.

3. Bake

1. Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
2. Cool completely before slicing into bars.

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Approximate Nutrition (Per Bar)

• Calories: 170–210
• Protein: 11–14 g
• Carbohydrates: 14–18 g
• Fat: 7–9 g
• Fiber: 2–4 g

Values will vary depending on the protein powder, peanut butter, and jam you use.

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Variations

🍇 Mixed Berry PB&J

Use blueberry, blackberry, or mixed berry jam.

🍫 Extra Chocolate

Fold ¼ cup dark chocolate chips into the batter before baking.

🥥 Lower-Carb Version

• Replace oat flour with almond flour.
• Use a low-carb chocolate protein powder.
• Choose a sugar-free fruit spread.

🥜 Crunchy PB&J

Use crunchy peanut butter and top with chopped peanuts for extra texture.

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Storage

• Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Tips for the Best Protein Bars

• Don’t overbake—slightly underbaked bars stay fudgy.
• Use room-temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
• Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing for clean edges.
• Warm a knife under hot water and wipe it dry between cuts for neat, bakery-style squares. 🍫🥜🍓