Name: Vanilla Protein Powder Fudgy Brownie Bites
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder; 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/4 cup almond flour; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce; 1/4 cup nonfat Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp almond butter; 1/3 cup zero-calorie sweetener (like erythritol/monk fruit blend); 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 large egg; 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips (optional); Nonstick spray

Vanilla Protein Powder Fudgy Brownie Bites

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Craving dessert but not a fan of fruit-laden breakfast bars or protein-packed pancakes? These Vanilla Protein Powder Fudgy Brownie Bites turn your protein powder into a genuinely craveable treat. They’re rich and chocolatey, with a classic brownie texture—fudgy and just a little chewy—thanks to a blend of almond flour, Greek yogurt, and cocoa. Subtle vanilla notes balance the chocolate, and the option for a sprinkle of mini chocolate chips gives bursts of real brownie decadence. Perfect for a midday treat or post-dinner snack, these bites are low-calorie, high in protein, and absolutely not a smoothie!

Ingredients

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or spray with nonstick spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, salt, and baking powder.
In another bowl, mix the applesauce, Greek yogurt, almond butter, sweetener, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips.
Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan. It will be thick; use a spatula to flatten.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, until set but still soft in the center. Do not overbake for fudgy texture.
Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into 8 brownie bites. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to a week.