Reese's Rice Cake Protein Bars
Hey Squadies, these Reese's Rice Cake Protein Bars are another leantastic weight loss recipe that you can enjoy guilt-free! They are low cal, low sugar, packed with protein, and taste SO good!
The most important part of any weight-loss journey or transformation is that it is actually ENJOYABLE and SUSTAINABLE! If you are hating the foods you eat and constantly feeling restricted then there is no way you’ll be able to sustain what you’re doing!
Instead your food, including snacks should be sweet, tasty and satisfying but also help you achieve your goals and results. These bars are the perfect example and I can’t wait for everyone to try Squadies!!!
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Remember, the key isn’t to eat less but actually to focus on eating MORE foods that are nutrient-dense but low in calories. These protein bars are one example of the many recipes that taste amazing AND are healthy for you.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free and one that is high in protein, healthy fats, and carbs to keep you going throughout the day. Using sugar free ingredients, we are able to keep the sugar content very low while still providing that sweet taste!
These protein bars are a fantastic option as a lean snack pre-workout, post-workout, or even if you just need a quick bite. They taste amazing and will make you feel LEANMAZING!
Leangredients:
- 6 rice cakes crushed
- 1/3 cup *sugar free* maple syrup
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter (or nut butter of your choice)
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips *or sugar free*
- 2 scoops of vanilla whey protein
Leanstructions:
- Add rice cakes to a bowl and crush them into pieces. Try and make them as small as you can!
- Add your SF maple syrup, peanut butter, and whey protein to the crushed rice cakes and combine well.
- Next, add parchment paper to your baking dish or Tupperware container. Add mixture in and then flatten until you’ve created a thin layer.
- Melt the chocolate chips and pour on top of flattened rice cake mixture. *instructions below on how to melt
- Add bars to the fridge and let chill for 1-2 hrs.
- Remove from fridge and cut into slices and enjoy your lean bars!
Stovetop Melted Chocolate:
- Place a pot of water on the stove and bring to a boil, reduce to a low simmer.
- Place chocolate in a metal or glass bowl that will fit over the top of the pot of water snugly.
- Place the bowl with chocolate on top of the simmering water, stirring very often until melted.
Microwave Melted Chocolate:
- Take equal-size pieces and place them in a clear glass bowl so you can see the melting in action.
- Then, microwave 20-30 seconds on high. The chocolate will look shiny; stir it.
- Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each, until totally smooth.