Sip, Scroll, and Learn (Midlife Edition)

Serves: 16
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes

These High-Protein Chocolate Crunch Clusters are a delicious, no-bake treat that gives you a perfect mix of crunch, chocolate, and nutrient-dense ingredients. They’re energizing, satisfying, and ideal for a midlife-friendly snack that supports balanced blood sugar and cravings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 2 tbsp psyllium husk powder
• 1/2 cup vanilla whey protein powder (or plant protein)
• 1/2 cup powdered peanut butter (PB2 style)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips (70% cacao)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of sea salt

Directions

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix oats, chia seeds, flaxseed, coconut, psyllium husk, and protein powder.
3. In a small bowl, whisk powdered peanut butter with almond milk and vanilla until smooth.
4. Pour peanut butter mixture over dry ingredients and stir until well combined (add an extra splash of almond milk if too dry).
5. Fold in chocolate chips.
6. Scoop into 16 clusters on parchment paper.
7. Refrigerate for 30 minutes until firm. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 85-100
• Protein: 6-8 g
• Fat: 3-4 g
• Carbs: 9-11 g
• Fiber: 4-6 g