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No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars

No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars - Almost Zero Waste

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Are you looking for a quick, no-bake, high-protein recipe for Chocolate Walnut bars?

I’ve created the perfect recipe for healthy & delicious Double Chocolate bars ideal for any time of the day.

Let’s look at the ingredient list and how to make the No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnut Bars.

No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars - Almost Zero Waste

Ingredients for the No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars

  • Walnuts – I love walnuts – they are rich in antioxidants and a fantastic plant source of Omega-3s. Additionally, they add an incredible nutty flavor that I cannot resist!
  • Oats – Oats are a staple in my diet. They are affordable, high in antioxidants, help you feel full for longer, and also promote healthy bacteria in your gut – pretty cool, right?
  • Cacao powder – It is rich in Polyphenols (naturally occurring antioxidants), which are linked to reduced inflammation, better blood flow, lower blood pressure, and improved cholesterol, and blood sugar levels.
  • Protein powder – You can use any, but one of my favorite ones is Form Nutrition. If you are based in the US, you can order it from here, or you can also get it within the UK, and Europe.
  • Coconut oil – Coconut oil contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), fatty acids that are quickly absorbed and can increase the number of calories you burn.
  • Date syrup – If you check my other recipes, you can see that date syrup is my preferred sweetener. It is packed with antioxidants and rich in minerals, vitamins & fiber, and it has a lower glycemic (47) compared to refined sugar (65-70).
  • Soy milk – Soy milk is an excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin B, potassium, calcium, & choline. It contains the most protein from all plant-based milk; that’s why it is my preferred option. Of course, you can use any other plant-based milk you have on hand.
No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars

To make the perfect top chocolate caramel layer, we will combine the following ingredients:

No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars

No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 100g walnuts
  • 70g oats 
  • A pinch of salt 
  • 10g cacao powder  
  • 60g protein powder – Vanilla or Chocolate Salted Caramel flavor
  • 20ml coconut oil, melted  
  • 100ml date syrup  
  • 25ml plant milk (optional, if needed)  

Top layer:

Optional:

  • 10g choco pieces 
No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars

Instructions

Blend 70g of oats, 100g of walnuts, and 1 tbsp cocoa into a flour-like mixture. Don’t over-blend it because the walnuts become a buttery consistency.

Then add 60g of protein powder (I used Chocolate Salted Caramel flavor), 20 ml melted coconut oil, 100 ml date syrup, a pinch of salt, and blend again.

Finally, add 2-3 tbsp (~25 ml) milk if the mixture is too dry. 

No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars

Once everything is well combined, spread evenly on a tray and transfer to the fridge.

For the top layer – mix the cashew and date syrup first, then add 20g of protein powder and 50 ml of plant milk. Mix until you have a thick chocolate mixture.

Then spread on top of the first layer and transfer to the fridge.

After a few hours (once it gets more solid), cut it into 16 pieces.

No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars - Almost Zero Waste

No-Bake Double Chocolate Walnuts Bars

Yield: 16
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Additional Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Quick, no-bake, high protein Double Chocolate Walnut bars!

Ingredients

  • 100g walnuts
  • 70g oats
  • A pinch of salt
  • 10g cocoa powder
  • 60g protein powder *Chocolate Salted Caramel*
  • 20ml coconut oil, melted
  • 100ml date syrup
  • 25ml soy milk (optional, if needed)
  • Top layer:
  • 50g cashew butter (can work with peanut butter or tahini, too)
  • 30ml date syrup
  • 20g protein powder *Chocolate Salted Caramel*
  • 50ml soy milk
  • Optional: 10g choco pieces on top

Instructions

    1. Blend 70g of oats, 100g of walnuts, and 1 tbsp cocoa into a flour-like mixture. Don’t over-blend it because the walnuts become a buttery consistency.
    2. Then add 60g of protein powder (I used Chocolate Salted Caramel flavor), 20 ml melted coconut oil, 100 ml date syrup, a pinch of salt, and blend again.
    3. Finally, add 2-3 tbsp (~25 ml) milk if the mixture is too dry. Once everything is well combined, spread evenly on a tray and transfer to the fridge.
    4. For the top layer – mix the cashew and date syrup first, then add 20g of protein powder and 50 ml of milk. Mix until you have a thick chocolate mixture.
    5. Then spread on top of the first layer and transfer to the fridge. After a few hours (once it gets more solid), cut into 16 pieces.

Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1 bar
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 141Total Fat: 7,8gSaturated Fat: 4,2gCarbohydrates: 10,6gFiber: 1,2gSugar: 5,5gProtein: 5,7g

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