No-bake granola bar

Ingredients :

• 2 cups of quick-cooking oats
• ¾ cup of protein powder (e.g., Drink Nature)
• 1/3 cup natural peanut butter
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons of hemp seeds or pumpkin seeds
• 1 tablespoon of chia seeds
• ½ to 1 cup of oat milk or beverage (adjust according to desired texture)
• 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  
  
  

Preparation steps:

1. Line a square pan (approximately 8 x 8 inches) with parchment paper to facilitate unmolding.
2. In a large bowl, mix the oats, protein powder, hemp (or pumpkin) seeds and chia seeds.
3. Add the peanut butter, maple syrup, and 1/2 cup of oat milk or regular milk. Mix well with a spatula or your hands. ➤ If the mixture seems too dry, gradually add a little more liquid until you obtain a smooth, pliable dough.
4. Add the chocolate chips and distribute them evenly throughout the mixture.
5. Pour the mixture into a prepared square mold and press firmly using a spatula or the back of a spoon to compact it well.
6. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours , or until firm.
7. Once the mixture has set completely, unmold and cut into bars or squares.
   Store in the fridge in an airtight container for 5 to 7 days , or freeze to store for longer.