Protein-Packed Chickpea and Date Snack Bars
Indulge in these Protein-Packed Chickpea and Date Snack Bars, the ultimate healthy treat for your busy lifestyle! These no-bake bars combine the creamy richness of nut butter with the natural sweetness of Medjool dates and the wholesome goodness of chickpeas. They’re perfect as a nutritious breakfast on-the-go, a pre-workout boost, or a satisfying afternoon snack. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, you can customize them with your favorite nut butter or add-ins for an extra flavor kick. Enjoy a deliciously chewy and protein-rich snack that fuels your day—no refined sugars or baking required!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted
- ½ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- ¼ cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend chickpeas and dates until smooth.
- Add nut butter, protein powder, rolled oats, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Pulse until a sticky dough forms.
- If using chocolate chips, gently fold them into the mixture.
- Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the pan.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1–2 hours to firm up.
- Once firm, slice into bars and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg