Chewy bars with carrot, oats, and protein—delicious for anytime snacking or an energizing breakfast option.
# Components:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (approximately 30 grams)
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 2 large eggs
09 - 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
10 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or neutral oil
11 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Add-Ins
12 - 1 1/2 cups grated carrot (about 2 medium carrots)
13 - 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
14 - 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large bowl, stir together rolled oats, protein powder, ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, maple syrup or honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Fold in the grated carrots, chopped nuts, and optional raisins, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
06 - Spread the batter evenly in the lined baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
07 - Place the pan in the oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the surface is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center emerges clean.
08 - Allow the bars to cool completely within the pan before lifting out and slicing into 12 equal pieces.
