One factor about me — I really like a snack that tastes like dessert however is full of nutrient-dense substances. When you have my cookbook, you most likely seen that I’ve a complete part of vitality bites that style like dessert!

These chocolate protein brownie bites test the entire bins. They’re extremely simple to make, are filled with nourishing substances that can preserve you full and happy when the afternoon starvation hits, they usually severely style JUST like a fudgy brownie.

MAJOR BONUS: You’ll be able to simply make them nut-free for any allergy symptoms or for kiddos taking them to high school! Preserve a batch in your fridge or freezer and luxuriate in a nutritious snack or dessert on daily basis.

Brownie bites filled with vitamins

These chocolatey bites are naturally sweetened and filled with protein, wholesome fat, fiber, and omega-3s! They’re actually a powerhouse snack which might be scrumptious sufficient for dessert.

The feel really jogs my memory of the cosmic brownies we grew up, but in addition much like the chocolate almond GoMacro bars in the event you’ve ever had these. I’M OBSESSED.

Every thing you’ll have to make these protein brownie bites

These fudgy chocolate protein bites are made with tremendous easy substances for a straightforward snack you’ll be able to all the time come again to. Right here’s what you’ll want:

• Almond butter: I like to make use of pure creamy almond butter or peanut butter as the bottom for these bites, which provides them protein and wholesome fat. However you’ll be able to simply make them nut free by utilizing a sunflower seed butter or one thing like an Oat Haus granola butter.
• Honey: these little bites are naturally sweetened with honey.
• Protein powder: be at liberty to make use of any protein powder you’d like! I like collagen peptides as a result of they’re impartial in taste (and it’s the solely means I’ve examined these!), however a chocolate protein powder could be scrumptious if you wish to give it a strive.
• Unsweetened cocoa powder: get that brownie taste from slightly little bit of unsweetened cocoa powder. Cacao powder works effectively too right here!
• Flaxseed meal: you’ll additionally get a lift of fiber and omega-3s from flaxseed meal. It additionally helps maintain the bites collectively.
• Oat flour: a tablespoon of oat flour additionally helps preserve them collectively. Be certain to make use of a gluten-free oat flour to maintain them gluten-free!
• Chocolate chips: I really like rolling in mini chocolate chips for an additional deal with! To maintain these dairy-free, remember to use dairy free chocolate chips.
• Sea salt: in the event you like a candy and salty combo, sprinkle the bites with slightly flaky sea salt.

Make nut-free protein brownie bites

To make these brownie bites nut-free (and nice for snacks or lunchboxes!):

• Merely sub sunflower seed butter, simply be certain that the one substances are seeds and salt! Good for kiddos who want a nut-free possibility for college.
• Another choice is to strive Oat Haus granola butter (although not as nutritiously dense!)
• Tahini is one other go-to, however you could want so as to add a bit extra oat flour to get them the precise consistency since tahini tends to be slightly extra runny.

Can I make them vegan?

These chocolate protein bites ought to work effectively with maple syrup as a substitute of honey. Then remember to use a vegan protein powder and vegan chocolate chips.

Dip or drizzle the bites

On the lookout for one other enjoyable approach to jazz these up? Strive melting some chocolate and dipping half of every chew in it, or drizzling every chew with chocolate! Simply remember to chill the bites earlier than and after dipping or drizzling in order that the chocolate solidifies on them.

Storing & freezing ideas

• To retailer: retailer these brownie vitality bites in an hermetic container or a stasher bag within the fridge for as much as 1 week.
• To freeze: these little bites are scrumptious straight from the freezer as effectively! In the event that they’re too onerous, merely allow them to sit at room temp for 5-10 minutes earlier than consuming.

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Chocolate Protein Brownie Bites

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

ServesServes 10 servings

Deliciously fudgy protein brownie bites made with easy substances and filled with 10g of protein. These no bake brownie vitality bites are the right afternoon snack or dessert, and actually style like a decadent brownie! Simply make them nut-free for a terrific back-to-school snack possibility.

Components

• 1 cup (128 grams) pure creamy almond butter (or peanut butter)*
• ¼ cup (80 grams) honey
• ½ cup (about 40 grams) collagen peptides (or protein powder of selection)
• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
• 1 tablespoon oat flour, plus extra if vital
• 2 to three tablespoons mini chocolate chips
• Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Directions

• In a big bowl, add the entire substances apart from the chocolate chips and flaky sea salt. Combine along with a spoon or small rubber spatula till substances are effectively mixed and it resembles cookie dough. Word: Generally I take advantage of my palms to combine them into the batter extra simply and actually incorporate every little thing collectively! Whether it is too moist, add one other tablespoon of oat flour. Fold the chocolate chips in till effectively included.

• Use a small cookie scoop to seize dough, then roll into balls and place on a plate. Repeat with remaining dough batter, inserting 1 inch aside. Sprinkle with flaky salt, if desired then chill the balls within the fridge for 1 hour. As soon as chilly, you’ll be able to preserve them in an hermetic container for as much as 1 week within the fridge. Alternatively, retailer within the freezer for as much as 3 months. Take pleasure in everytime you want a candy deal with. Makes roughly 10 brownie bites.

Diet

Serving: 1vitality chewEnergy: 147calCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFats: 8.3gSaturated Fats: 1.3gFiber: 2.2gSugar: 8.6g

Recipe by: Monique Volz // Bold Kitchen | Pictures by: Eat Love Eats