Snickers Protein Bars - High-Protein, Refined Sugar-Free, 17g Protein

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If you love Snickers bars but want a healthier option, you gotta make these Snickers Protein Bars! They’re high in protein with 17g per bar, free from added refined sugar, and satisfy that chocolate craving.

My son is obsessed with the Snickers protein shakes he gets at his home hockey rink, so when I spotted Snickers protein powder at the store, I had to grab it. I decided to use it to make these bars, though you could also swap in a vanilla or chocolate caramel-style protein powder.

These bars are great for meal prepping for the week to have healthy treats ready to go in the fridge or freezer. I cut mine into 8 full-size bars, but they are quite rich so I would probably do 16 mini ones next time.

And if you love these, be sure to check out my Homemade High-Protein “Kind-Style” Energy Bars or Cinnamon Rice Cake Protein Bars for more protein bar recipes.

• High protein: 17g per bar keeps you full and supports muscle recovery.
• Snickers-inspired flavor: All the chocolate, caramel, and nutty goodness in a healthier version.
• No added sugar: Sweetened naturally with dates and a touch of maple syrup.
• They’re chewy, chocolatey, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat without derailing your nutrition goals.

Nougat Layer:

• 1 ¾ cups almond flour
• ½ cup Snickers protein powder (or vanilla protein powder)
• ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
• ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (add 1–2 tbsp more if needed)
• 1 tbsp melted coconut oil

  
  

  
  

Peanut Date Maple Caramel Layer

• 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted and softened in hot water for 5 minutes (about 10 dates)
• ⅓ cup natural peanut butter (drippy texture)
• ¼ cup pure maple syrup
• 1 tbsp melted coconut oil (optional for extra creaminess)
• ½ cup chopped unsalted peanuts

  
  

  
  

Chocolate Layer

• 1 300g dark chocolate bar (70% or higher)
• 2 tbsp coconut oil

  
  

  
  

• Loaf pan
• Parchment paper
• Food Processor
• Mixing bowls
• Silicone spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons

Time needed: 4 hours and 40 minutes

1. Prep your pan

   Line a loaf pan or 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside. (I used a loaf pan.)

• Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
• I like to wrap my bars individually in parchment paper then add to the bag so they don’t stick together when they freeze.
• These protein Snickers bars are best enjoyed chilled to maintain that chewy, candy-bar texture!

  
  

• If your caramel is too thick, add 1–2 tbsp warm water to loosen it.
• If your chocolate is too thick, add more coconut oil to thin it out.
• Make sure to press the nougat layer firmly into the pan to ensure that the bars hold together well for dipping.
• Swap peanuts for cashews or sunflower seeds for a nut-free version.
• If the bars are becoming too soft while dipping, do one bar at a time and keep others in the freezer.
• For extra crunch, sprinkle more chopped peanuts between layers before freezing or add some on top of the chocolate before it sets.

  
  

• Use vanilla or chocolate caramel protein powder instead of Snickers.

  
  

• Add a pinch of sea salt or cinnamon to the nougat for extra flavor.

  
  

• Drizzle with white chocolate or peanut butter for a fun topping.

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Macros (per full-size bar, 8 bars total)

• Calories: 640 kcal
• Protein: 17 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fat: 43 g
• Fiber: 8.5 g
• Sugar: 36g

  
  

  
  

  Note: Nutritional information is approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients used when making these high protein Snickers bars

Yes! Swap almond flour for oat flour or sunflower seed flour, and peanuts for sunflower seeds..

Absolutely! I used Snickers because I had it on hand, but vanilla or chocolate caramel-style protein powders work well too.

Yes! Slice the loaf into 16 mini bars instead of 8 full-size bars.

Yes, though it’s part of what makes these bars taste like a Snickers. I would recommend to add a layer on top instead of fully coating if it is too much chocolate for you so you still get that same Snickers flavor combo.

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