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18 Best High-Protein Bars to Fuel Your Active Lifestyle

FEBRUARY 22, 2023
18 Best High-Protein Bars to Fuel Your Active Lifestyle
There’s no better way to keep up with your active lifestyle than with a tasty and nutritious high-protein bar. Whether you’re looking for something to grab on the go or to fuel up before your next workout, high-protein bars have you covered. We’ve rounded up the best high-protein bars to help you reach your health and fitness goals. From vegan protein bars to gluten-free options, you’ll find healthy and delicious bars here. Plus, our favorite recipes include a variety of flavors, so you can satisfy your cravings without sacrificing your health. So if you’re looking for a quick snack or an energizing pre-workout boost, you’ll find the perfect protein bar to fit your needs. Check out our list of the 18 best high-protein bars and get ready to fuel your active lifestyle!
Sweet Peas and Saffron

Easy Homemade Protein Bars

Easy homemade protein bars that taste just like a cinnamon roll! Save yourself money by making your own protein bars; they are no-bake, made with a few simple ingredients and soooo much better than store-bought! 
6
16,846
143
15 min
TOTAL TIME
212
CALORIES
$0.59
PER SERVING
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Easy Homemade Protein Bars
The Bigman's World

No Bake Chocolate Protein Bars

No Bake chocolate protein bars that are better than store bought! Not only do they take less than 10 minutes to whip up, these chocolate protein bars are also gluten free and vegan!
4
1,563
37
15 min
TOTAL TIME
212
CALORIES
$0.48
PER SERVING
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No Bake Chocolate Protein Bars
Well Plated

Peanut Butter Protein Bars

The BEST peanut butter protein bars. How to make homemade protein bars with oatmeal, honey, and protein powder that are no-bake and healthy!
70
23,210
1,154
1 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
220
CALORIES
$0.55
PER SERVING
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Peanut Butter Protein Bars
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Krolls Korner

Homemade Protein Bars

These easy to make homemade protein bars are full of fiber, protein and omega-3s and theres NO baking required!
7
2 hr 25 min
TOTAL TIME
482
CALORIES
$3.00
PER SERVING
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Homemade Protein Bars
Eat The Gains

No Bake Carrot Cake Protein Bars

Vegan & No Bake Carrot Cake Protein Bars only need 10 simple ingredients, 10 minutes, and a food processor. Made with dates, raisins, carrots, walnuts, cinnamon, and protein powder and then topped with a protein icing! These no bake protein bars are packed with protein, some veggies, healthy fats, a...
580
3
10 min
TOTAL TIME
98
CALORIES
$0.49
PER SERVING
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No Bake Carrot Cake Protein Bars
Genius Kitchen

Peanut Butter Protein Bars

I found this recipe on a web site for bodybuilders appropriately named, Bodybuilding.com This is a good post-workout snack, or mid-day snack for those people who are on the go.
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135
7
20 min
TOTAL TIME
146
CALORIES
$0.27
PER SERVING
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Peanut Butter Protein Bars
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Cooklist AI

Irresistible Oatmeal Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Whip up these irresistible oatmeal peanut butter protein bars easily at home without baking! Made with wholesome ingredients for an energizing and satisfying snack.
4
1 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
220
CALORIES
$0.55
PER SERVING
Irresistible Oatmeal Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Directions
9 STEPS
1
Line an 8x8-inch or 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal.
2
In a large bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter, honey, and melted coconut oil. Mix until smooth.
3
Add the gluten-free rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, flaxseed meal, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt to the peanut butter mixture. Stir until well combined.
4
Allow the mixture to cool at room temperature for several minutes to prevent chocolate chips from melting.
5
Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
6
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
7
Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
8
Lift the bars from the pan using the parchment handles and transfer them to a cutting board.
9
Slice into 12 bars and enjoy. Store leftover bars in the refrigerator.
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The Bigman's World

No Bake Keto Protein Bars

These easy no bake keto protein bars are a protein-packed snack recipe ready in 5 minutes! These low carb protein bars are packed with coconut flour, tahini and topped with chocolate chips- NO sugar, no dairy and completely paleo, vegan and gluten free!
1
935
369
6 min
TOTAL TIME
202
CALORIES
$0.52
PER SERVING
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No Bake Keto Protein Bars
Seeded at the Table

Peanut Butter Chex Protein Bars

Homemade peanut butter protein bars with oatmeal, honey, protein powder and Chex cereal!  Easy, no-bake and much better than store-bought!
132
5 min
TOTAL TIME
211
CALORIES
$0.47
PER SERVING
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Peanut Butter Chex Protein Bars
Jennifer M. Fitness

Apple Pie Protein Bars

Instead of buying protein bars, make your own at home with this simple apple pie protein bar recipe.
2
71
1
40 min
TOTAL TIME
229
CALORIES
$0.77
PER SERVING
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Apple Pie Protein Bars
Feel Good Foodie

Vegan Protein Bars

These vegan protein bars are a great post workout snack or great for a healthy energy boost. Made with no refined sugar, they are gluten-free and dairy-fee.
9
1,868
25 min
TOTAL TIME
287
CALORIES
$0.80
PER SERVING
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Vegan Protein Bars
Vanillacrunnch

Raw Chocolate Protein Bar

Ready for a delicious, healthy snack? Look no further than these Raw Chocolate Protein Bars! Packed with healthy ingredients like nuts, oats, and protein powder, these bars are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. Plus, they only take 5 minutes to prepare, so you can enjoy a healthy snack in no time. Ge...
137
18 min
TOTAL TIME
882
CALORIES
$3.68
PER SERVING
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Raw Chocolate Protein Bar
Jennifer M. Fitness

Pumpkin Protein Bars

Tasty pumpkin bread made healthy into some protein bars that are the perfect sweet tooth treat!
137
1
50 min
TOTAL TIME
121
CALORIES
$0.57
PER SERVING
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Pumpkin Protein Bars
Whole New Mom

Grain-Free No-Bake Homemade Protein Bars

This Vegan Homemade Protein Bar Recipe is one of our favorites - Grain-free, soy-free, dairy-free, egg-free and vegan homemade protein bars--great for special diets.
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1,612
158
35 min
TOTAL TIME
353
CALORIES
$0.74
PER SERVING
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Grain-Free No-Bake Homemade Protein Bars
An Edible Mosaic

Fudgy Double Chocolate Protein Bars

Rich and decadent, these no bake Fudgy Double Chocolate Protein Bars will simultaneously fuel you up and satisfy a sweet tooth!
1
22
5
20 min
TOTAL TIME
208
CALORIES
$0.91
PER SERVING
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Fudgy Double Chocolate Protein Bars
Kiipfit

No Bake Orange Almond Protein Bars

No Bake Orange Almond Protein Bars are perfectly sweetened and are moist, soft and chewy. These are vegan, gluten free and paleo. Moreover, these bars are suitable for all types of diet and for kids as well.
2
203
45 min
TOTAL TIME
303
CALORIES
$1.15
PER SERVING
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No Bake Orange Almond Protein Bars
Fresh Fit Kitchen

Blueberry Oat Protein Bars

Blueberry Oat Protein Bars are a delicious whole grain, high protein and healthy breakfast. Take them on the go and stay full until lunch!
45 min
TOTAL TIME
246
CALORIES
$0.76
PER SERVING
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Blueberry Oat Protein Bars
Fresh April Flours

Cranberry Almond Vanilla Protein Bars

Grain free, gluten free, and wholesome protein bars filled with wholesome ingredients and a hefty dose of natural protein. Perfect for on-the-go snacking!
3
37 min
TOTAL TIME
242
CALORIES
$1.71
PER SERVING
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Cranberry Almond Vanilla Protein Bars
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