Vegan pistachio protein bars are a no-bake, plant-based snack made with wholesome ingredients—perfect for clean energy and easy prep.

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1 cup raw pistachios

1/2 cup rolled oats

8 medjool dates, pitted

1/4 cup almond butter

1 scoop vanilla vegan protein powder

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of sea salt

Optional: shredded coconut, matcha powder, dark chocolate drizzle

1. In a food processor, blend pistachios and oats until finely ground.

2. Add dates, almond butter, vanilla extract, sea salt, and protein powder.

3. Blend until a sticky dough forms.

4. Line a loaf pan with parchment and press mixture evenly into the pan.

5. Chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours until firm.

6. Remove and slice into bars or squares.

7. Store in fridge up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.

Use roasted unsalted pistachios for a toastier flavor.

Adjust sweetness by increasing or decreasing dates.

Swap almond butter for cashew or sunflower seed butter.

Add matcha for an energizing twist.

Keywords: vegan pistachio protein bars, plant based protein snack, no bake vegan bars