Chocolate Protein Brownie Bites (easily nut-free!)

One factor about me — I really like a snack that tastes like dessert however is full of nutrient-dense substances. If you’ve got my cookbook, you in all probability observed that I’ve a complete part of vitality bites that style like dessert!

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

MAJOR BONUS: You can simply make them nut-free for any allergic reactions or for kiddos taking them to highschool! Keep a batch in your fridge or freezer and revel in a nutritious snack or dessert on daily basis.

Brownie bites filled with vitamins

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

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

Everything you’ll have to make these protein brownie bites

These fudgy chocolate protein bites are made with tremendous easy substances for a simple snack you possibly can at all times come again to. 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 healthy fat. But you possibly can 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 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 a bit of little bit of unsweetened cocoa powder. Cacao powder works nicely 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 hold them collectively. Make 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 hold these dairy-free, make sure to use dairy free chocolate chips.
Sea salt: should you like a candy and salty combo, sprinkle the bites with a bit of flaky sea salt.

Make nut-free protein brownie bites

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

Simply sub sunflower seed butter, simply be certain the one substances are seeds and salt! Perfect for kiddos who want a nut-free possibility for varsity.
Another possibility 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 precise consistency since tahini tends to be a bit of extra runny.

Can I make them vegan?

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

Dip or drizzle the bites

Looking for an additional enjoyable approach to jazz these up? Try melting some chocolate and dipping half of every chew in it, or drizzling every chew with chocolate! Just make sure to chill the bites earlier than and after dipping or drizzling in order that the chocolate solidifies on them.

Storing & freezing tips

To retailer: retailer these brownie vitality bites in an airtight 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 nicely! If they’re too exhausting, merely allow them to sit at room temp for 5-10 minutes earlier than eating.

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I hope you’re keen on these no bake protein brownie bites! If you make them make sure to go away a remark and a score so I understand how you preferred them. Enjoy, xo!

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Chocolate Protein Brownie Bites

Prep Time 10 minutes

Serves10 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! Easily make them nut-free for an incredible back-to-school snack possibility.

Ingredients

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 crucial
2 to three tablespoons mini chocolate chips
Flaky sea salt, for sprinkling

Instructions

In a big bowl, add the entire substances aside from the chocolate chips and flaky sea salt. Mix along with a spoon or small rubber spatula till substances are nicely mixed and it resembles cookie dough. Note: Sometimes I exploit my arms to combine them into the batter extra simply and actually incorporate every little thing collectively! If it’s too moist, add one other tablespoon of oat flour. Fold the chocolate chips in till nicely integrated.
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. Once chilly, you possibly can hold 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. Enjoy everytime you want a candy deal with. Makes roughly 10 brownie bites.