Nutella Collagen Protein Bar
Nutella Collagen Protein Bar
Next. Level. Deliciousness. At 10g of Protein per Bar!
I am gonna cut to the chase right out of the gate. Actual Nutella was used in the testing of this recipe. And no, I don’t feel guilty about it! My kids lost their marbles when I brought home what was left in the jar, and a few staff got to try it for the first time.
My staff actually thought I was bonkers for bringing Nutella into our healthy AF kitchen . . . but when it comes to recipe testing, it can get expensive, so I didn’t want to use the clean, all natural (and much more expensive) brand until I nailed the recipe. Nutella is iconic for a reason - it’s that good! So you won’t get any judgment from this health junkie if you want to give it a try!
I had set aside an entire day to recipe test collagen protein bar recipes. I had 6 totally different recipes planned out to try, and this is the first one I tried. It came out so good, it was like - BOOM! ONE AND DONE!
Benefits of Collagen
The Future of Health + Beauty is Edible
Collagen is a structural protein. This means, its most basic structure is amino acids that build tissue. Specifically, connective tissue, making it a building block of healthy skin, nails, hair, muscles, tissue, teeth and organs. We stop making it on our own as we age, so collagen is an essential supplement for optimal health, mobility and beauty. Hydrolyzed collagen, aka collagen peptides are highly bioavailable, and can be absorbed easily into your bloodstream, making it efficient and effective.
Good Life Collagen is 100% pure from Wild Caught Canadian Cod and is totally Flavourless. It mixes easily into your favourite drink or recipe.
COLLAGEN BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Increased elasticity, firmness and moisture in your skin
Reduction in fine lines and wrinkles
Strengthens hair and nails
Eases knee and joint pain
Builds muscle
Boosts metabolism
Improves digestion and gut health
Improves heart health
INGREDIANTS
½ cup chocolate hazelnut spread (Store bought or get a recipe to make your own)
4.5 Tbsp Good Life Collagen
1 Tbsp coconut oil (softened or melted)
½ tsp vanilla
Pinch of sea salt
Sprinkle of cinnamon (optional)
1 Tbsp Coconut flakes (optional)
1/2 tbsp of Maple Syrup or Honey (again, optional!)
RECIPE
First, combine the collagen, chocolate hazelnut spread, coconut oil, vanilla and salt in a large bowl and mix until evenly combined. Mix it really well so the end result is a nice and creamy texture. Either by hand or with a mixer.
Now, and most importantly, give it a little taste. YUM! Try not to eat too much! Consider the different optional add-ons listed above. Everyone has a different preference, so trust yours!
If you like things really sweet you could add the 1/2 Tbsp -1 Tbsp of maple syrup, and mix again. This will change the consistency of the batter to be thicker and a little more clumpy.
If you love coconut, I highly recommend adding it - it will give you Ferrero Rocher vibes for sure! You could either mix the coconut flakes into the batter or save it to sprinkle on the top.
Plop the mixture onto a parchment paper lined baking pan or shallow dish. Flatten it down with your hands or the back of a spoon.
Use a knife to score the lines where you will want to cut it later.
Pop it into the freezer for 20-30 minutes to let it harden, then cut into squares and keep them in the fridge or freezer.
This Recipe Makes 4 Bars.
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