One factor about me — I like a snack that tastes like dessert however is crammed with nutrient-dense elements. You probably 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 straightforward to make, are full of nourishing elements that can preserve you full and glad when the afternoon starvation hits, they usually significantly style JUST like a fudgy brownie.
MAJOR BONUS: You may simply make them nut-free for any allergic reactions or for kiddos taking them to highschool! Preserve a batch in your fridge or freezer and luxuriate in a nutritious snack or dessert day by day.
Brownie bites full of vitamins
These chocolatey bites are naturally sweetened and full of protein, wholesome fat, fiber, and omega-3s! They’re really a powerhouse snack which are scrumptious sufficient for dessert.
The feel really jogs my memory of the cosmic brownies we grew up, but additionally much like the chocolate almond GoMacro bars for those who’ve ever had these. I’M OBSESSED.
All the things you’ll have to make these protein brownie bites
These fudgy chocolate protein bites are made with tremendous easy elements for a simple snack you’ll be able to at all times 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 through the use of 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 happy 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 method I’ve examined these!), however a chocolate protein powder can be scrumptious if you wish to give it a attempt.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder: get that brownie taste from slightly little bit of unsweetened cocoa powder. Cacao powder works properly 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. Make sure that to make use of a gluten-free oat flour to maintain them gluten-free!
- Chocolate chips: I like rolling in mini chocolate chips for an additional deal with! To maintain these dairy-free, make sure you use dairy free chocolate chips.
- Sea salt: for those who 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 sure that the one elements are seeds and salt! Good for kiddos who want a nut-free possibility for college.
- Another choice is to attempt Oat Haus granola butter (although not as nutritiously dense!)
- Tahini is one other go-to, however chances are you’ll want so as to add a bit extra oat flour to get them the suitable consistency since tahini tends to be slightly extra runny.
Can I make them vegan?
These chocolate protein bites ought to work properly with maple syrup as an alternative of honey. Then make sure you use a vegan protein powder and vegan chocolate chips.
Dip or drizzle the bites
On the lookout for one other enjoyable strategy to jazz these up? Attempt melting some chocolate and dipping half of every chunk in it, or drizzling every chunk with chocolate! Simply make sure you chill the bites earlier than and after dipping or drizzling in order that the chocolate solidifies on them.
Storing & freezing suggestions
- 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 properly! In the event that they’re too laborious, merely allow them to sit at room temp for 5-10 minutes earlier than consuming.
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Chocolate Protein Brownie Bites


Deliciously fudgy protein brownie bites made with easy elements and full of 10g of protein. These no bake brownie vitality bites are the right afternoon snack or dessert, and really style like a decadent brownie! Simply make them nut-free for an awesome back-to-school snack possibility.
Elements
- 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 alternative)
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
- 1 tablespoon oat flour, plus extra if essential
- 2 to three tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling
Directions
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In a big bowl, add the entire elements apart from the chocolate chips and flaky sea salt. Combine along with a spoon or small rubber spatula till elements are properly mixed and it resembles cookie dough. Be aware: Typically I take advantage of my arms to combine them into the batter extra simply and actually incorporate all the pieces collectively! Whether it is too moist, add one other tablespoon of oat flour. Fold the chocolate chips in till properly included.
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Use a small cookie scoop to seize dough, then roll into balls and place on a plate. Repeat with remaining dough batter, putting 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 chunkEnergy: 147calCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 10gFats: 8.3gSaturated Fats: 1.3gFiber: 2.2gSugar: 8.6g
Recipe by: Monique Volz // Formidable Kitchen | Pictures by:Â Eat Love Eats