Description

Greek Yogurt Protein Bars are a creamy, protein-packed snack perfect for breakfast on the go, post-workout refueling, or an energizing afternoon treat. These no-bake bars combine Greek yogurt, protein powder, oats, and nut butter for a wholesome, customizable snack that slices like brownies and tastes like dessert. Ready in under 15 minutes plus chill time, they are clean, naturally sweetened, and keep you full for hours.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1 cup (240 g) Plain Greek yogurt
1 cup (120 g) Whey or plant protein powder
1 cup (90 g) Rolled oats
⅓ cup (80 g) Nut or seed butter
3 Tbsp (60 g) Honey or maple syrup
1 tsp Vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Optional Mix-ins

½ cup total nuts, seeds, dried fruit, or chocolate chips (e.g., chopped almonds and dark chocolate chips, chia seeds and dried blueberries, shredded coconut and cacao nibs)

Instructions

Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together rolled oats, protein powder, and a pinch of salt to ensure no clumps remain, creating an even dry base for the bars.
Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt, nut or seed butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
Fold Wet into Dry: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and gently fold with a spatula until all oats are coated and the dough becomes tacky but not soupy. Adjust consistency with milk if too dry or extra oats/protein powder if too wet.
Stir in Mix-Ins: Fold in your choice of optional mix-ins like nuts, seeds, dried fruits, or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor. Press lightly so they remain evenly distributed.
Press & Smooth: Transfer the mixture to a parchment-lined 8×8″ pan. Use a second parchment sheet to press firmly and evenly, compacting the mixture to prevent crumbly edges.
Chill Until Set: Refrigerate for 2 hours for a soft, fudgy texture or freeze for 30 minutes for a firmer, brownie-like bite.
Slice into Bars: Lift the slab out using parchment edges and cut into 8 or 12 bars with a sharp knife, wiping the blade between cuts for clean edges.

Notes

Press firmly when compacting the bars to ensure they hold together well and aren’t crumbly.
Adjust chill time to preference: fridge chills yield tender bars; freezer chills yield firmer bars.
Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months.
Mix and match nut butters, sweeteners, and mix-ins to customize flavors and textures.
For dairy-free versions, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut or almond yogurt, and choose plant-based protein powder.
Add 2 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed to boost fiber and binding.
Quick oats may be used but will yield softer bars; increase protein powder by 2 tbsp to balance moisture.
Optional baking: bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes on parchment for a chewier texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

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