High Protein 100 Grand Candy Bar Bites
A chewy date-cashew caramel layer mixed with crisp puffed rice, dipped in rich dark chocolate. A dairy-free and soy-free high-protein alternative to the classic candy bar.
Prep
10 min
Cook
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Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Katie + Lila
Katie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
A steadier pause
Trade food decisions for a clear plan
A straightforward recipe and a satisfying meal can make one part of a busy day feel settled, even when the rest is noisy.
Notice: hunger + energy later
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Prep
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Total
20 min
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Double or triple the batch and freeze individual bites for a quick high-protein treat on low-energy days.
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Instructions
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Next: Add 1 tbsp (16g) cashew butter
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Add 1 tbsp (16g) cashew butter
Add 1 tbsp (16g) cashew butter, 1 tbsp (20g) date paste, and 1 tbsp (8g) vanilla plant protein powder to a small mixing bowl.
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Stir briskly with a spoon for 1…
Stir briskly with a spoon for 1 to 2 minutes until a smooth, thick, caramel-like dough forms.
Look for: a smooth, thick, caramel-like dough forms
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Fold in 2 tbsp (3g) puffed brown…
Fold in 2 tbsp (3g) puffed brown rice cereal until evenly coated and distributed throughout the mixture.
Look for: evenly coated and distributed throughout the mixture
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Shape the mixture with your hands into…
Shape the mixture with your hands into a small bar or two bite-sized logs and set on a piece of parchment paper.
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Place 1 tbsp (15g) dairy-free dark chocolate…
Place 1 tbsp (15g) dairy-free dark chocolate chips into a heat-safe glass bowl and microwave on medium high in 15-second intervals, stirring between each, for about 45 to 60 seconds total until completely melted and smooth.
Look for: completely melted and smooth
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Spoon the melted dark chocolate evenly over…
Spoon the melted dark chocolate evenly over the top and sides of the protein bars.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Transfer the parchment paper with the chocolate-coated…
Transfer the parchment paper with the chocolate-coated bars to the freezer for 10 minutes, or until the chocolate shell is firm to the touch.
Look for: the chocolate shell is firm to the touch
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Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight…
Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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