Step 1

Heat peanut butter, coconut oil, honey and vanilla in a saucepan over low heat. Mix together until well combined and smooth, then remove from heat and transfer to a large bowl.

Step 2

Stir in protein powder until smooth, then fold in oats, chia seeds, coconut and dried cherries, if using. Place in a 8x4 inch loaf pan lined with parchment paper.

Step 3

Add chocolate chips and coconut in a small saucepan and place over low heat until melted. Drizzle over the tops of the bars. Sprinkle with sea salt.

Step 4

Place in fridge for 1 hour before removing from pan and cutting into 10 bars or squares. Store bars in fridge tightly wrapped or in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.