Nut Free Protein Bars

A healthy alternative to store-bought granola bars, these chewy nut-free protein bars are perfect for snacking on-the-go! 

As a mom of two young boys I am here to confirm that the rumor is true: boys will, in fact, eat you out of house and home. 

As easy as it would be to rely on store-bought granola bars, making them at home is not only more affordable but it allows me to control the quality of ingredients.

This year, both of my boys are in nut-free classrooms which presented another challenge: tweaking our usual granola bar recipe to be nut-free but also provide a hefty boost of protein.

The end result are these soft and chewy nut free protein bars scented with warm cinnamon and plump raisins. For even more protein, I pair them with a Stonyfield yogurt pouch packed with calcium and Vitamin D.

While there are so many decisions a mom has to make throughout the day, one decision I always feel good about is feeding my kids organic Stonyfield yogurt made without toxic persistent pesticides or GMO’s

If you are also passionate about avoiding exposure to toxic chemicals and pesticides, I urge you to read more about Stonyfield’s newest initiative: StonyFIELDS. I know I was surprised to learn that 21 million kids play on fields, most of which are sprayed with a mix of harmful chemicals. Yikes!

The mission is simple: make every field in America (you know, the fields our kids play on at soccer practice or during recess) organic by stopping the use of harmful pesticides on playing fields. Click here to learn more about how you can change your own community, nominate your community to get a donation, OR start by changing your back yard.

In the meantime, we have kids to feed, am I right? So get in the kitchen and whip up a batch of these soft and chewy nut-free protein bars to pair with your favorite Stonyfield yogurt. You’ll be so glad you did.

No forks required.

Nut Free Protein Bars

A healthy alternative to store-bought granola bars, these chewy nut-free protein bars are perfect for snacking on-the-go! 

4.1 from 10 votes

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: high protein, nut free

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 8 bars

Calories: 187kcal

Author: Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

• 2 cups oats old fashioned
• 1/3 cup protein powder
• 1/4 cup flax seed meal
• 1/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/4 cup raisins or chocolate chips

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees and line an 8x8 baking sheet with parchment paper for easy protein bar removal.
• In a large bowl, mix together oats, protein powder, flax meal, flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon. 
• In a small bowl, whisk together apple sauce, honey and vanilla. Pour mixture over the oat mixture and stir well. Add raisins and stir again until mixture is evenly incorporated. 
• Spread mixture evenly into prepared baking pan using a rubber spatula to press the mixture firmly into the pan in an even layer.
• Bake for 22-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Nut Free Protein Bars

Amount Per Serving (1 bar)

Calories 187 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 3g 5%

Saturated Fat 0g 0%

Cholesterol 9mg 3%

Sodium 162mg 7%

Potassium 250mg 7%

Total Carbohydrates 33g 11%

Dietary Fiber 4g 16%

Sugars 10g

Protein 7g 14%

Vitamin C 0.5%

Calcium 7.1%

Iron 8.4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Photography by Alejandro Photography // Recipe by The Lemon Bowl

Disclosure: I am honored to be a Stonyfield Brand Ambassador. Thank you for supporting the brands that make The Lemon Bowl possible. All thoughts are my own.

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