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High Protein Salted Caramel Bars

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A rich, chewy, and portable dessert combining a nutty protein base with salted caramel and a crisp top. Perfect for post-workout recovery or guilt-free indulgence, these bars are high in protein and easy to customize.

  • Total Time: 35
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x

Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups almond flour
1 scoop (30g) vanilla whey protein isolate
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (natural, no added sugar)
1/2 cup almond milk
1 egg
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 cup sugar-free caramel syrup
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds (optional)

Instructions

Mix almond flour, protein isolate, and salt in a bowl
Stir in peanut butter, almond milk, egg, butter, coconut oil, and vanilla until smooth
Press half into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan
Drizzle caramel syrup over the base and dot with remaining batter
In a separate bowl, mix base ingredients, pour over caramel layer
Top with chopped nuts (if using)
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes
Cool completely, then cut into 12 bars

Notes

Use halal-certified whey protein if required
Caramel syrup may contain trace amounts of alcohol in some brands – check label
Store in fridge for up to 5 days in an airtight container
Bars freeze well for up to 2 months
For crunchier texture, add flaked coconut (non-dairy)

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: High Protein Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg