Ricotta Protein Bars Recipe

These no-bake Ricotta Protein Bars are a quick and easy high-protein snack perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings! This recipe, adapted from a user on obesityhelp.com (jannineh99), combines creamy ricotta cheese with rich chocolate and peanut butter for a delicious and surprisingly healthy treat. Get ready for a guilt-free indulgence!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 81.8 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Ricotta Protein Bars

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How to Make Ricotta Protein Bars

  1. Melt 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips and 1/2 cup of peanut butter together in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth and completely melted.
  2. Stir in 1/4 cup of Splenda (or your preferred sweetener), 1 scoop (approximately 30g) of your favorite protein powder, and 1 cup of ricotta cheese. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  3. Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and spread evenly to form a flat layer.
  4. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until completely hardened.
  5. Once firm, lift the bars from the dish using the parchment paper. Cut into 12 even bars.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

11g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ricotta Protein Bars?

Ricotta Protein Bars takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ricotta Protein Bars?

Ricotta Protein Bars has approximately 81.8 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ricotta Protein Bars?

The key ingredients for Ricotta Protein Bars are Unsweetened Chocolate Square, Peanut Butter, Splenda Granular, Protein Powder, Ricotta Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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