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Soft, chewy, and laced with warm cinnamon flavor, these no-bake cinnamon protein bars are SO easy to make…and even easier to eat!
My original homemade protein bars are a staple, but I like experimenting with other flavors. Lately, I’ve been obsessed with my cinnamon roll protein bars.
With over 20 grams of protein and the warming, sweet flavor of pure cinnamon, these bars help me to actually look forward to my workout!
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Why I love this recipe
- Made in 10 minutes. Spend a few minutes making protein bars for the entire week, and you won’t have to spend a fortune on store-bought, sugar-laden protein bars.
- A no-bake snack. Just 30 minutes in the fridge is all that’s required.
- Vegan and gluten-free. There are no eggs, dairy, gluten, or wheat. You can even cut the carbs if needed, and I’ll explain how later on.
- They taste like a cinnamon roll. They’re thick, soft, and layered with the delicious taste of cinnamon.
In need of more high-protein snacks? Try my cookie dough protein bars, protein granola bars, protein balls, and cookies and cream protein bars next.
★★★★★ REVIEW
“Hi, Arman. I made these today, and they’re absolutely excellent. I’ll be eating them to lose weight, while maintaining. They’re just that good. Thank you.” – Laura
Ingredients needed
- Oat flour. Skip the expensive store-bought varieties and make my homemade oat flour with just a bag of oats!
- Coconut flour. To give the bars a cakey, chewy texture. You can also use blanched almond flour.
- Protein powder. I used vanilla whey protein powder. As for the type of protein powder that’s best, I prefer the texture of whey protein.
- Cinnamon. Our key ingredient! I used Saigon cinnamon because it has the best cinnamon flavor.
- Sugar and brown rice syrup. White sugar is used for sweetness, and brown rice syrup is used to help bind the bar batter. If you don’t have brown rice syrup, use maple syrup or honey.
- Almond butter. Smooth, drippy almond butter with no added salt or sugar. Make my homemade almond butter for a quick and affordable fix.
- Vanilla extract. To enhance the flavor.
- Milk. I used unsweetened almond milk, but any milk works.
- Cinnamon topping. A mixture of cinnamon and sugar.
Find the printable recipe with measurements below.
How to make cinnamon protein bars
Step 1- Prep. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Step 2- Mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the flour, protein powder, sugar, and cinnamon.
Step 3- Mix the wet ingredients. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the almond flour and brown rice syrup. Add the vanilla and stir to combine. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until you have a crumbly texture.
Step 4- Add milk. Add milk one tablespoon at a time until a thick, firm batter is formed.
Step 5- Shape and slice. Transfer the mixture to the baking pan and press firmly. Sprinkle the cinnamon topping on top. Refrigerate for 30 minutes, then slice into bars.
Arman’s recipe tips
- Save time. Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and save the time spent mixing.
- Adjust the consistency. Depending on the type of flour you use, you may need to add more milk to achieve the right consistency for the bars.
- Get even slices. Coat the knife with cooking spray, then clean the knife after each slice.
Storage instructions
To store: Leftover bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week. If you want to prevent them from sticking, wrap them between layers of parchment paper.
To freeze: Store leftover bars in a freezer-safe container for 2-3 months.
More high protein treats
- Protein cookie dough
- Snickers protein bar
- Coffee protein shake
- Peanut butter protein balls
- Or any of my protein powder recipes
Cinnamon Protein Bars
Ingredients
- 2 cups oat flour
- ½ cup coconut flour can sub for more oat flour or almond flour
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon Cinnamon
- 2 tablespoon sugar any granulated sweetener works
- ½ cup almond butter can sub for any nut butter
- ½ cup brown rice syrup or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk I used unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Line an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl bowl, combine the flour, protein powder, sugar, and cinnamon and mix well.
- In a microwave safe bowl, combine the almond butter and brown rice syrup and heat until melted. Add the vanilla extract and pour the wet mixture into the dry and mix well- It should be crumbly.
- Using a spoon, add milk one spoonful at a time until a thick, firm batter is formed. Add more if neeed.
- Transfer the protein bar mixture to the lined baking dish and press firmly. Rub the cinnamon bun topping on it and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
- Cut the carbs. Use sugar-free sweeteners and keto maple syrup.
- Swap the almond butter. Use any type of nut butter. For a nut-free version, use seed butter.
- Add a protein drizzle. For even more protein, mix equal parts protein powder and milk, then drizzle this over the bars.
- Top the bars with sea salt to help enhance the flavor.
Cinnamon is my favourite spice. Use it every day. Can I also put whey protein to be higher protein and also healthier?
You think the best protein would be vanilla flavour? What about others?
Cinnamon is my favourite spice. For this recipe I will really try to find the best cinnamon!