Transform your snack game with the delicious and nutritious Sweet Potato Protein Bars, featuring our premium Whey Protein Isolate. This wholesome treat combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the high-quality protein boost of our Whey Protein Isolate, resulting in a delightful and satisfying snack. Packed with essential amino acids to support muscle recovery, these bars offer a perfect balance of flavor and nutrition.*
Ingredients:
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup plus 1/4 cup sugar, divided
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, divided
- 9 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and divided
- 1½ cups mashed sweet potato
- 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons half-and-half
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3 cups miniature marshmallows
- 2 scoops Bluebonnet Whey Protein Isolate Powder, divided
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees and lining a 13’’ by 9 1/2 inch baking sheet with foil.
- In a small bowl, stir together one scoop of vanilla flavored Whey Protein Isolate powder, graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and ½ teaspoon of cinnamon.
- Add 6 tablespoons of melted butter, stirring until combined. Then press crumb mixture into bottom of sheet. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool to room temperature.
- Next grab a large bowl, beat one more scoop of protein powder, sweet potatoes and cream cheese with a mixer at high speed until smooth for about a minute. Add half-and-half and remaining 1/2 cup sugar; beat for 5 minutes. Don’t forget to stop and scrape sides of bowl.
- Add eggs, vanilla, nutmeg, remaining 3 tablespoons melted butter, and remaining ½ teaspoon cinnamon, beating just until combined and pour into prepared crust.
- Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until top is nice and browned.
- Next, preheat the oven to broil.
- Remove the baked goods using the foil to pull off of sheet, then cut into even pieces and top with marshmallows. Broil until toasted, and enjoy!
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
