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Protein gingerbread bars cut into squares on parchment paper in warm natural kitchen light showing soft texture.

Protein Gingerbread Bars

Soft, spiced gingerbread bars packed with protein. Naturally sweetened with warming holiday spices — perfect for healthy snacking and post-workout fuel.
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Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • - Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • For the Bars
  • 1 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup almond milk

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven: Set to 350 degrees F and line 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together protein powder, oat flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
  • Combine Wet Ingredients: Mix melted coconut oil, molasses, honey, eggs, vanilla, and almond milk until smooth.
  • Combine All: Pour wet ingredients into dry mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Pour & Spread: Pour batter into prepared pan, spreading evenly.
  • Bake: Bake 18-20 minutes until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool: Let cool completely in pan before cutting into 12 bars.

Notes

Make oat flour by blending old-fashioned oats in food processor.
Use unflavored or vanilla protein powder for best results.
Add dark chocolate chips for extra indulgence.
Top with simple protein icing for special occasions.
Store in airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for 2 months.