Line a deep 8 x 8-inch or 8 x 10-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, add your dry ingredients and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl or stovetop, melt your nut/seed butter with your sticky sweetener until combined. Mix your wet and dry ingredients and mix until a thick batter remains.
Transfer the protein bar dough to the lined pan and press firmly in place. Refrigerate.
Melt your chocolate chips and pour over the bars. Refrigerate until firm.
