# DIY Paleo Protein Bars This No-Bake Recipe for Healthy Paleo Protein Bars is a Crunchy Snack By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-07-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paleo-protein-bars References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/jordanshalhoub/me-want-cookie?utm_term=4ldqpia) This [BuzzFeed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mytherabox) recipe for paleo protein bars is extremely simple, quick and takes zero bake time. This ultra healthy snack is the perfect way to boost energy and enjoy a snack without overloading on calories. All you need to make this recipe needs is a blender and a pan. First blend up two cups of your favorite nuts -- any kind will do! Then in a large bowl, combine two handfuls of coconut, a quarter cup of chocolate protein powder and a quarter cup of cacao, a few dashes of chia seeds and a third of a cup of [nut butter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-butter-cup-protein-bar). Stir it up and add half a cup of melted coconut oil before scooping it all into a pan. After about thirty minutes in the fridge, these tasty paleo protein bars are ready to be cut up and enjoyed! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 32% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Healthy Snacks:** Creating DIY protein bars provides an opportunity to tap into the growing demand for healthy snacks. - **Paleo Diet:** Developing paleo-friendly recipes meets the need for options that align with this popular diet trend. - **DIY Recipes:** Providing easy-to-make recipes appeals to consumers looking for convenient and customizable options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore healthier snack alternatives to cater to health-conscious consumers. - **Fitness and Wellness:** The fitness and wellness industry can leverage DIY protein bar recipes to support customers in achieving their fitness goals. - **Culinary and Recipe Websites:** Culinary and recipe websites can feature DIY protein bar recipes to engage their audience and provide innovative content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Clean-Label Crunchy Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/south-40-snacks.md) - [Balanced Bakery-Inspired Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-protein-soft-baked-bars.md) - [Plant-Based Nut Bar Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pure-protein-nut-bars.md) - [Cocoa-Flavored Bone Broth Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bone-broth-chocolate-crunch.md) - [Crispy Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protein-crunchy-bar.md) - [Decadent Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms-high-protein-bars.md) - [High-Protein Low-Ingredient Snack Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rxbar-high-protein.md) - [Candy-Like Protein Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/misfit-plant-based-protein-bars.md) - [Grab-and-Go Nut Butter Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chilled-nut-seed-butter-bars.md)