Description
These high protein carrot cake freezer bars are soft, naturally sweet, and perfectly spiced with a creamy topping. A no-bake treat that is ideal for meal prep, snacks, or a quick breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Prepare a pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, grated carrots, cinnamon, and baking powder.
- Add almond butter, maple syrup, and milk to the mixture and stir until thick and well combined.
- Fold in chopped walnuts and mix evenly.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan to create an even layer.
- Place the pan in the freezer for at least 2 hours until fully set.
- In a separate bowl, mix cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and honey until smooth.
- Spread the creamy mixture over the chilled base.
- Return to the freezer for another 30 minutes to set the topping.
- Slice into bars and serve chilled or slightly softened.
Notes
- Use finely grated carrots for a smoother texture.
- Press the base firmly to ensure the bars hold together.
- Let bars sit a few minutes before serving for best texture.
- Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two weeks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg