Protein Scotcheroos That Deserve a Spot in Your Freezer!

Your Favorite No-Bake Treat... Reinvented 😝

There’s nothing like the combination of peanut butter, chocolate, and crunch. These Protein Scotcheroos give you all the nostalgia of the classic treat, minus the sugar crash.

They’re quick, no-bake, and sneak in a solid dose of protein thanks to Max Effort Protein. Whether you need a sweet post-workout bite or just want something that feels indulgent without wrecking your plan — these bars are it.

Here’s how to make ‘em 👇

Ingredients

Base:

• 3 tbsp Peanut Butter

• 3 tbsp Sugar-Free Syrup (or maple syrup)

• 2 tbsp + 1 tsp Honey

• 1 tbsp Butterscotch Chips

• 1/8 tsp Salt

• 1 Scoop Max Effort Protein Powder

• 2 Cups Puffed Rice Cereal (Nature’s Path works great!)

Chocolate Protein Topping:

• 1 scoop Max Effort Protein Powder

• ¼ cup Powdered Sugar (or sugar substitute)

• 1 tbsp Cocoa Powder

• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

• 2 tbsp Unsweetened Almond Milk (adjust for texture)

Directions

1. Line a small baking dish with parchment paper.

2. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt peanut butter, syrup, honey, butterscotch chips, and salt in 15-second intervals until smooth.

3. Stir in protein powder, then fold in puffed rice cereal.

4. Press mixture evenly into the prepared dish.

5. For the topping, mix all ingredients and add almond milk gradually until smooth.

6. Spread the chocolate topping over the base and freeze for 30 minutes.

7. Slice into 8 bars and enjoy!

Nutrition (per bar): 

127 Calories – 8g Protein | 16g Carbs | 3.5g Fat

These bars are crunchy, rich, and just the right amount of sweet — basically everything you want in a treat without the guilt. Perfect for meal prep snacks, post-lift bites, or satisfying that late-night sweet tooth. You’ll make these once… and then immediately make them again.