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Gluten Free S'mores Protein Bars

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These gluten-free s'mores protein bars are the best protein dessert you'll ever have! They're made with a gluten-free graham cracker crust, protein marshmallows, and a dairy free chocolate ganache.
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Keyword smores protein bars
Servings 9 bars
Calories 373
Author Michelle

Equipment

Ingredients

For the crust

For the protein marshmallow

  • 2 cups almond milk
  • cup gelatin
  • cup cane sugar see notes
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 5.5 tbsp protein powder see notes

For the ganache

Instructions

For the crust

  • Preheat the oven to 350 F and line an 8x8" baking dish with lightly greased parchment paper.
  • Combine the ingredients for the crust in a large bowl and stir until fully incorporated. The batter should be fairly wet and sticky.
  • Press the batter into the baking dish until it evenly covers the bottom. Transfer to the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and set aside, allow the crust and the pan to cool to the touch.

For the marshmallow layer

  • Using a medium pot, combine the almond milk, gelatin and cane sugar. Allow to set for 4-5 minutes for the gelatin to harden.
  • Place on the stove on medium-low heat and lightly whisk for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture is a thick liquid.
  • Allow to cool slightly before adding the mixture to a stand mixer (alternatively, you can use a hand mixer) and whisk on high for 30 seconds. Add the vanilla extract, and protein powder and whisk on high for 2-3 minutes or until stiff peaks form. Note that this may take longer with a hand mixer depending on the power of your handmixer.
  • Pour the prepared marshmallow mixture into the prepared baking dish. Allow to set in the fridge for at least an hour or until or set. It should be soft and springy to the touch.

For the ganache

  • Combine the chocolate and coconut cream in a bowl and melt in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring each round, or over a double boiler.
  • Allow the ganache to cool slightly (you don't want it to be steaming or the marshmallow can melt) before pouring over the marshmallow. Use a rubber spatula to evenly spread the chocolate over the marshmallow.
  • Transfer to the fridge to allow to harden for 1-2 hours.
  • Once the ganache is set, remove from the fridge and carefully transfer to a cutting board. Cut into 9 large slices, and 18 small slices and serve chilled!

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Notes

I find that cane sugar is the best option to sweeten the bars without changing the color, or having to bring it to a certain temperature. The next best option is golden coconut sugar if you want to avoid any cane sugar.
Storage instructions: These bars definitely need to stay in the fridge! They don't store amazing past a day or so, so be sure to share them!! 
Dairy-free protein powder optionsUnflavored or Vanilla (use code UNBOUND for 15% 0ff)
Keep in mind that the protein levels will vary depending on the powder you use. This is calculated off of a standard average. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1bar | Calories: 373kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 103mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 23IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 3mg