
Quick Description:
These creamy, chocolate-covered protein fudge bars are a dream come true — rich, smooth, and indulgent, without the sugar crash. Made with just a few clean ingredients, they’re perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while staying on track with your high-protein, low-carb goals!
📏 Servings & Timing:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 1–2 hours
- Total Time: ~2 hours
- Servings: 6 bars
- WW Points: 2–3 per bar (varies with protein type and chocolate used)
- Keto-Friendly, Low-Sugar, No-Bake
🧾 Ingredients List:
- 1 cup chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk (adjust for texture)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp nut butter (almond, peanut, or sunflower)
- 1 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup or monk fruit syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips (for coating)
- 1 tsp coconut oil (for smoother chocolate coating)
🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Mix the Base:
In a bowl, combine protein powder, almond flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir in almond milk, nut butter, syrup, and vanilla. Mix until a thick, smooth dough forms. Add a splash of almond milk if too dry. - Shape the Bars:
Press the mixture into a parchment-lined loaf pan or mold into bar shapes by hand. Place in the freezer for 1–2 hours until firm. - Melt Chocolate Coating:
In a microwave or double boiler, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil until smooth. - Coat the Bars:
Remove bars from freezer, dip each in the melted chocolate, and place on parchment paper. Drizzle extra chocolate over the top if desired. - Chill & Set:
Freeze for another 15–20 minutes to harden the coating. Enjoy chilled!
🔁 Substitution Tips:
- Use coconut flour instead of almond (start with 1/4 cup and adjust).
- Swap nut butter for sunflower seed butter if nut-free.
- Use stevia-sweetened dark chocolate for extra rich flavor.
💡 Recipe Variations:
- Add crushed nuts or chia seeds into the fudge base for crunch.
- Swirl in a teaspoon of espresso powder for mocha vibes.
- Make it vanilla by swapping chocolate protein for vanilla and omitting cocoa powder.
🥑 Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy as a post-workout snack
- Slice into bite-sized pieces for dessert trays
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or drizzle of sugar-free caramel
🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead Info:
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week
- Freezer: Keep frozen for up to 2 months (defrost 5–10 mins before eating)
- Meal Prep Tip: Double the batch and keep a stash on hand for cravings!
❓ FAQs:
Q: Can I skip the chocolate coating?
A: Totally! They’re still delicious as naked fudge bars.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Yes, use plant-based protein powder and dairy-free chocolate chips.
Q: Are these kid-friendly?
A: Yes — just check your protein powder ingredients and sweetener type.
💬 Personal Story:
These bars came from a desperate chocolate craving during a strict keto phase — and they totally saved me from diving into a candy bar. Now they’re a regular treat in my fridge. They taste like dessert, fuel like protein, and feel like a reward.
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