Chocolate and Peanut Oat Protein Bars

Instructions:

1. Step 1:

   Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Step 2:

   In a food processor, blend rolled oats until broken down into a flour.

3. Step 3:

   Crumble rice cake into the food processor and pulse a few times until broken into small pieces. There should still be some texture to the mixture.

4. Step 4:

   Transfer to a large bowl and stir together with protein powder and a pinch of salt.

5. Step 5:

   Add peanut butter, maple syrup and vanilla to the bowl. Stir well to combine. Tip: If the mixture is a bit dry, you can add a splash of milk or water and mix.

6. Step 6:

   Press mixture into pan and pat into a smooth layer. Place in the freezer 5 to 10 minutes.

7. Step 7:

   Meanwhile, melt chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring in between.

8. Step 8:

   Remove bars from freezer and drizzle with melted chocolate chips. Return to freezer 5 minutes, or until chocolate is set.

9. Step 9:

   Slice into 4 bars. Each serving is 1 bar; store extras in an airtight container in the freezer for snacks, breakfast, or on-the-go.