Ingredients

• 2 cups mocha or chocolate protein powder (I use Vega sport protein – mocha)
• 1 cup peanut butter (no sugar added)
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/3 cup (40g) creatine** (make sure you modify this amount for your specific goals, supplement, and serving size)
• 3 tbsp agave
• 1 banana
• 1 cup canned coconut milk
• 2/3 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1/2 tbsp coconut oil
• 2/3 cup water
• 1 tbsp chia seeds + more for sprinkling on top (optional)
• 1 tbsp hemp seeds + more for sprinkling on top (optional)
• Handful of chopped walnuts for sprinkling on top (optional)
• Handful of shredded coconut for sprinkling on top (optional)

Instructions

1. Mix: Combine 1 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup almond flour, 2 cups protein powder, 1/3 cup (40 g) creatine**, 3 tbsp agave, 1 banana, 1 tbsp chia seeds, 1 tbsp hemp seeds, and 2/3 cup water. Mix to combine (either by hand or using a stand mixer). Note: I recommend using a Kitchen Aid.
2. Form: Line 9″x13″ baking pan lined with parchment paper. Press bar mix into lined pan.
3. Melt chocolate: Add 2/3 cup chocolate chips and 1/2 tbsp coconut oil to a small sauce pan and melt over low heat. Once heated, pour chocolate over bars. Sprinkle with chia seeds, hemp seeds, and chopped almonds and shredded coconut if desired.
4. Freeze: Freeze bars for 1 hour.
5. Plate: Slice into 16 bars. Enjoy or save for later!

*Caloric and nutritional values will change based on exact ingredients and amounts used.

**The recipe provided herein includes creatine, a dietary supplement commonly used by athletes and fitness enthusiasts to enhance performance. While creatine is generally considered safe for most individuals when used as directed, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional before incorporating creatine or any other dietary supplement into your diet, especially if you have any underlying medical conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medications.

The information provided in this recipe is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The author(s) and publisher(s) of this recipe disclaim any liability arising from the use or misuse of creatine or any other ingredients included in this recipe. Individuals who choose to use this recipe do so at their own risk and assume full responsibility for any consequences that may arise.

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