Cookie Dough Protein Bars

Ingredients

• 1 cup ground almonds
• 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
• 1/2 cup peanut butter (or other nut butter)
• 1/4 cup maple syrup (or other liquid sweetener)
• 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup melted dark chocolate chips

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine ground almonds, protein powder, peanut butter, and maple syrup. Mix until a dough forms.
2. Press the dough into a mini muffin tin or silicone mold, filling each cup about halfway.
3. Flatten the top of each dough ball with a spoon or your fingers.
4. Melt the dark chocolate chips and pour a thin layer over the top of each cookie dough bar.
5. Place in the refrigerator or freezer until firm. Enjoy!