These chewy low carb granola bars take healthy snacking to new heights. So easy to make, and they're packed with protein and health fats. No oats or added sugars!
Line a 9x9 inch metal baking pan with parchment or waxed paper. (Metal has even corners and straighter sides than glass or ceramic, which makes your bars more even).
In a food processor, combine the flaked coconut, sliced almonds, pecans, and pumpkin seeds. Pulse until they resemble oat flakes with a few larger pieces.
Transfer to a bowl and add the protein powder, sweetener, and salt. Stir until well combined.
Add the peanut butter, honey, and vanilla. Stir until the mixture begins to hold together. Add water 1 tablespoon at a time, as necessary, to help the dough cling together. It should feel like thick cookie dough.
Press the mixture firmly and evenly into a 9x9 metal baking pan lined with parchment or waxed paper. Chill 2 to 3 hours until firm, and then cut into bars or squares with a sharp knife.
Notes
Storage Information: Store these bars in a covered container in the fridge for up to two weeks. They can be left out of the fridge for several hours without getting too soft but should be stored in the fridge otherwise.