So matcha you can do when it comes to making granola bars more fun? Well here is a delicious Matcha Protein Granola bar! The vanilla protein powder adds a depth of creaminess and sweetness which really compliments the green tea flavour! These bars would be perfect as a quick breakfast or snack on the go or even as a present for matcha-lovers.
Here is the recipe:
MATCHA PROTEIN GRANOLA BARS
(high-protein, refined sugar free, GF option)
(high-protein, refined sugar free, GF option)
INGREDIENTS:
Dry:
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3 tablespoons of matcha powder
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2 cups of oats (can sub for GF oats)
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1 cup of rice bubbles
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1/4 cup vegan vanilla protein powder
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½ cup of Goji berries
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½ cup of Shredded coconut
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½ cup of almonds
Wet:
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1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
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1/4 cup of cashew butter
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1/3 cup of coconut oil, melted
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3/4 cup of maple syrup
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50 g of dark chocolate
Method:
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Preheat the oven to 160/ 320 . Line a 20 x 30 cm rectangular baking tin with non-stick baking paper
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Combine all the dry ingredients in a large bowl
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Whisk together all the wet ingredients until it its thick and caramel-like
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Add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well until a sticky granola mixture forms
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Transfer the granola into the lined tin and bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes until the top is slightly golden
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Remove the slice from the oven and allow it to cool completely before cutting.
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Melt the dark chocolate. Drizzle the topping over the bars and allow it to sit an harden
*Storage tips: in an air-tight container for up to 3 days, fridge for up to 1 week or freezer for 1 month
Enjoy!