Ingredients:
- 2 cups (60g) rolled oats
- 1 cup (30g) crispy brown rice cereal
- 1 cup (250g) natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- ½ cup (160ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1 scoop (30g) chocolate protein powder
- ½ cup (90g) dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
- 1 tbsp (15ml) coconut oil
Instructions:
- Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing some overhang.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, crispy brown rice cereal, and chocolate protein powder.
- In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until smooth.
- Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until combined. Use a rubber spatula to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the pressed mixture and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until solid.
- Once set, remove from the dish using the parchment paper and cut into bars.