If you asked any member of my extended family who’s most likely to bring a “healthified” dish to gatherings, all fingers would point to me. They’d be right. You may already know this about me as well. I’m always looking for new ways to make family favorites healthier, without sacrificing flavor or fun.
When Quest Nutrition invited me to try Quest Protein Bars, I was excited. The Caveman, kids and I already enjoy Quest Bars almost daily. We love them because they’re low in sugar and high in fiber. Not just any fiber. Each Quest Bar contains 14g of soluble corn fiber. This type of fiber is a prebiotic. Prebiotics are associated with improved gut health and digestion, immune support, reduced inflammation and many other health benefits. Plus who can argue with 20g of satisfying protein? They can’t be beat for convenient, post-workout recovery.
You’ll find Quest Bars in my gym bag as well as in the kids’ backpacks. They make a great school snack.
I hit up my local Target to top up my stash. Find Quest Bars in the aisle where protein powders are sold. My store featured them right on the aisle end.
Quest Bars come in a wide variety of fun flavors, so I loaded up. The kids really like the Cookies & Cream while Caveman is all about Raspberry White Chocolate. Me? Depends on my mood. I change it up often, but I always know, which ever flavor I go with, the macros are right where I want them:
- 20g+ Protein
- 4-7 Net Carbs
- 13-15g Fiber
- No Added Sugar
- 170-210 Calories
- Gluten- and Soy-Free
- Vegetarian Friendly
This month is filled with all kinds of events. From Mother’s Day to graduations it’s going to be pretty hectic up in here so I cooked up something that looks and tastes really special but between you and me? These are ridiculously quick and easy to make. Ready?
Quest Chocolate Raspberry Brownie Cups
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- 4 Chocolate Brownie Quest Protein Bars
- 1C Fresh Raspberries
- 2 Small Containers Yogurt of your choice (I used plain Greek yogurt)
- Preheat oven to 350F
- Cut each Quest Bar into thirds.
- Place one piece into each cup of a greased muffin pan (I used a silicone one)
- Bake for 5 minutes.
- Remove from oven and while Quest pieces are still hot and in the muffin pan, press them down with a spoon or ice scream scoop and smooth the sides to make a cup shape.
- Remove cups from muffin pan and allow to cool.
- Put a tablespoon or so of yogurt in each cup.
- Top with fresh berries.
- Serve and enjoy!
Start with four Chocolate Brownie Quest Bars and divide each into thirds.
Once you bake them per the recipe above and they’re cool, shape into cups with a spoon or ice cream scoop. Simply add a dollop of yogurt to each one, top with berries and you’re set!
The brownie cup stays moist and chewy and is sweet enough to complement the tart yogurt perfectly. I can’t wait to bring a batch of these to our Mother’s Day family celebration. Didn’t I tell you? These are WAY easier to make than they look! Head to your local Target to grab your favorite Quest Bar flavors!
What are your go-to dishes for family gatherings? What recovery snack do you reach for after a workout?
I’m linking up with Annmarie, Farrah and Esther for Foodie Friday as well as Deb and Sarah for Meatless Monday.
Ive actually never tried a quest bar! I don’t eat alot of protein bars, but they are definitely useful when you’re out and need a substantial snack. These brownie cups looks delicious!
OMGOSH THIS IS BRILLIANT!
A perfect segue into the “look it’s a protein bar you can bring to camp and it wont melt!” by playing with them at home first 🙂
Chocolate raspberry YES PLEASE
Wow! Looks fantastic! I love all the things you can do with these bars.
I used Quest bars a lot a few years ago and like them a lot. Thanks for the reminder to start using them again!
How easy is that! and you can use other fruits based on what you have on hand, like a ton of blueberries I picked 🙂 You are very clever! I will be stopping at Target some to find these bars!
what a great idea to make them into brownie cups! They look super yummy
Oh my gosh these look amazing!!
What a great idea! Melted Quest Bars are the only way I can eat them, I find them too chewy otherwise. These little cups look perfect 🙂
I definitely keep a box of Quest bars in my office for an emergency afternoon snack!
Those look YUMMY! I love raspberries…and with chocolate? win-win!!!!!
These look amazing and so adorable! This would make a super cute holiday treat, too. Not that I’m thinking about winter AT ALL.
So cute!!!!! Easy too!!!
What a creative way to use a protein bar?! Definitely a clever idea – will have to look into it. I have a Target nearby and find myself there every week!
So quaint !!!
I love quest bars too – wish they made them half sized too.
These sound really good! I love their white chocolate raspberry flavor, so I think it’s cool that you used it as inspiration!
Wow these look delicious! What a great idea too, not sure I would have ever thought of it.
Wow! Those look good! I have never tried Quest bars before!
I love it when I can have a healthy indulgence, especially if it involves chocolate.
Oh man those brownie cups look SOOOOO GOOD!
I do like Quest bars and I like the PB&J one the most! The cheesecake one is also good. I use to eat these for breakfast a lot but now they are known as an afternoon snack!
Those look so good and easy to make. I’ve never had a Quest bar but now know I can find them at Target.
Oh my! These look incredible!
What a super cool idea! I would have never thought of making Quest bars into brownie cups.