protein cookie dough bars

Directions

1. 1

   first, rinse and drain the chickpeas. optional, but recommended: remove the shells off the chickpeas to get a smoother texture.

2. 2

   add the chickpeas, peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla, and salt to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth and creamy.

3. 3

   if needed, add 1-2 tbsp of non dairy milk to help blend.

4. 4

   pour mixture into a mixing bowl and mix in 1/4 cup oat flour.

5. 5

   if mixture is too sticky, add in 1 to 2 tbsp more oat flour.

6. 6

   lastly, fold in the chocolate chips.

7. 7

   press dough into a parchment lined baking dish.

8. 8

   melt together the chocolate chips and coconut oil and pour over the bars.

9. 9

   sprinkle with sea salt and place in freezer to set for at least 30 min.

10. 10

    once set, cut into bars and enjoy! store any leftovers in the freezer.