Protein Frosting for Protein Bars

14. May, 2009

If you are making protein bars and want added protein and some sweetness, you can make this protein frosting. It is actually like a frosting on cakes but only a little healthier. You can also use this frosting as a delicious smoothie ingredient, just add soy milk (or any milk you prefer) and a ripe banana.

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A healthier frosting for your home made protein bars

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This recipe is:

Egg free
Gluten free
Lactose (dairy) free
Nut free
Vegan

Protein Frosting for Protein Bars

For 10 protein bars

Ingredients

40 grams (1½ oz) soy protein (or whey protein)
2 teaspoons carob powder or cocoa powder
3-4 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Preparation

In a small bowl, mix the 40 grams soy protein, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder and 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup. The mixture should resemble a very thick chocolate sauce (not too runny and not too dry).
Spread 1-2 teaspoons frosting on each power bar, arrange on a large dish and allow to harden completely in the fridge. This usually takes a couple of days.
Wrap each bar into cling film and place in the fridge.
Keeps for several weeks.

Tips

I prefer to use maple syrup as it becomes quite hard over time (unlike the agave nectar or honey).
You can use any protein you prefer. Some are vegan and other are non-vegan. Pea protein, soy protein and whey protein are popular and available in most health food stores.