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Ice Cream Bar Ideas: Cinnamon Pebble Bars (High-Protein Recipe)

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A creamy, macro-friendly frozen treat featuring a whipped peanut butter base and a crunchy cinnamon cereal coating. One of our favorite high-protein ice cream bar ideas for satisfying a sweet tooth without the guilt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

The Ice Cream Base
  • 5 tbsp PB Fit Powder
  • 2-3 tbsp Water Add slowly to reach paste consistency
  • 3/4 cup Whipped Topping (Cool Whip) Thawed but cold
The Crunch
  • 2/3 cup Cinnamon Cereal (Cinnamon Pebbles) Crushed

Equipment

  • Mini Ice Cream Molds
  • Digital Scale
  • Silicone Spatula
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the PB Fit powder with water, adding one tablespoon at a time until a thick, smooth paste forms.
  2. Gently fold the whipped topping into the peanut butter paste using a silicone spatula until well combined, being careful not to deflate the mixture.
  3. Fold in about half of the crushed cinnamon cereal into the mixture.
  4. Spoon the mixture into mini ice cream molds, insert the sticks, and smooth the tops. Tap the molds on the counter to remove air pockets.
  5. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until completely solid.
  6. Remove bars from molds and immediately roll in the remaining crushed cereal to coat the exterior. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 3g

Notes

Protein Peanut Butter Cinnamon Pebble Bars Tips & Expert Strategy

MOUTHFEEL EXPECTATION: These bars have a light, airy, and mousse-like interior. They are designed to be soft enough to bite through directly from the freezer without the iciness of water-based protein treats.
HYDRATION WARNING: Do not add too much water to the PB powder. If the paste is runny, the extra moisture will migrate and create ice crystals, ruining the creamy texture of the whipped topping.
THE MELLOWING EFFECT: These bars actually taste better after they have sat in the freezer for at least 8 hours. This allows the peanut butter flavor to fully permeate the whipped base and the cereal bits inside to soften slightly.
PROFESSIONAL FINISHING TOUCH: For the ultimate crunch, double-coat the bars. After rolling in cereal, place them back in the freezer for 10 minutes, then give them one final press into the cereal dust right before serving.

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