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Dark brown mocha espresso protein bars topped with crushed hazelnuts, arranged on a white plate and photographed from above

Mocha Espresso Protein Bars

Fudgy, coffee-infused bars with chocolate and hazelnut crunch, offering a high-protein, no-bake snack perfect for a quick energy boost.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Snack, Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine American, Healthy
Servings 12 Bars
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup almond butter
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 1 ½ cups chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • ¼ cup crushed hazelnuts
  • 2 tbsp milk or plant-based alternative

Instructions
 

  • Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  • Mix almond butter, maple syrup, and milk until smooth.
  • Stir in protein powder, espresso powder, cocoa powder, and hazelnuts to form a dough.
  • Press dough evenly into the pan.
  • Chill for 1 hour, then slice into 12 bars.

Equipment

Keyword Mocha Espresso Protein Bars, no-bake protein bars, high-protein snacks, coffee protein bars, healthy energy bars