Cozy Apple Cinnamon Plant Protein Bars

Cozy Apple Cinnamon Plant Protein Bars

If your mornings are busy (whose aren’t?), you need a breakfast that’s quick, filling, and actually good for you. Enter these Apple Cinnamon ChiChi Breakfast Bars—soft, chewy, and full of cozy fall flavor. They’re made with our Apple Cinnamon ChiChi cereal, so they’re high in protein and fiber while still 100% vegan.

No powders, no crash—just real ingredients you can feel good about.

Why You’ll Love Them

  • Plant-powered protein: ChiChi’s chickpea base keeps you full and fueled.

  • Naturally sweet: Made with real apple and maple syrup.

  • Totally vegan: Dairy-free, egg-free, and perfect for anyone avoiding animal products.

  • Meal-prep friendly: Bake once and you’ve got grab-and-go breakfast all week.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Apple Cinnamon ChiChi (~220 g)

  • 1 large apple, peeled and grated (~1 cup packed)

  • ½ cup milk of choice (plant-based)

  • ½ cup almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)

  • ⅓ cup maple syrup

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ½ tsp baking powder

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • Optional: ½ cup diced apple + ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 pan with parchment.

  2. In a large bowl, stir together grated apple, plant milk, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla.

  3. Add ChiChi, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.

  4. Fold in diced apple and/or nuts if using.

  5. Press mixture firmly into pan.

  6. Bake 25–30 minutes, until the top is golden and set.

  7. Cool completely, slice into bars, and enjoy!

Storage

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or in the fridge up to 5 days.

  • Wrap and freeze for up to 2 months for longer storage.

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