Step 1

Line your baking dish with parchment, leaving enough paper hanging over the edge.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine oats, peanut butter, and dates.

Step 3

Add chia seeds (or flax), protein powder, and salt. Pulse in short bursts until the ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 4

Add non-dairy milk. Start with 2 tbsp and pulse again. The mixture should become consistent and sticky. If necessary, add more milk 1 tbsp at a time, and pulse again.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into a mixing bowl and carefully fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 6

Finally, add the mixture into your lined dish. Use a silicone spatula or the back of a spoon to spread the mixture evenly across the entire dish. Carefully score the mixture to divide it into servings.

Step 7

Place the dish in the freezer for 15-30 minutes, allowing the bars to set and firm up. Remove the entire thing from the tray and break it apart into bars, along the lines you scored earlier. Alternatively, use a sharp knife to slice them.