Description
Flourless Chocolate Protein Brownie Bites are rich, fudgy, and packed with protein, delivering a healthy, gluten-free treat perfect for post-workout snacks or guilt-free desserts. These quick and easy bites combine natural sweeteners, nut butters, and chocolate for a decadent yet clean-energy boost.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup peanut or almond butter
- 1/3 cup natural sweetener (maple syrup or honey)
Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup chocolate or vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a mini muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, nut butter, and natural sweetener until the mixture is smooth and creamy, forming the moist, tender base for the brownie bites.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution and remove clumps.
- Blend Everything: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully incorporated. Stir in dark chocolate chips if using, for melty pockets of chocolate within the bites.
- Portion and Bake: Divide the batter evenly into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean but edges remain fudgy.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the bites cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely to set their chewy, dense texture.
Notes
- Use High-Quality Protein Powder: Enhances flavor and texture significantly.
- Don’t Overbake: Ensures the bites stay moist and fudgy inside.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Helps create a smooth batter and consistent texture.
- Customize Sweetness: Adjust natural sweetener according to taste and protein powder sweetness.
- Line Your Pan Well: Paper liners or silicone molds prevent sticking and make serving easier.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 to 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini brownie bite
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: flourless brownies, protein bites, gluten free dessert, healthy snack, chocolate brownie bites, post-workout snack
