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No-Bake Brownie Protein Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Mariam
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bites
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free,Vegan

Description

These No-Bake Brownie Protein Bites are a delicious and healthy snack option packed with protein and natural sweetness from dates. Combining the rich flavors of cocoa and chocolate protein powder with crunchy walnuts and creamy almond butter, these bites offer a perfect energy boost without any baking required. Easy to prepare and great for on-the-go snacking, they cater to vegan and gluten-free diets.


Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
  • 1 cup raw walnuts

Flavor Enhancers

  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Add-Ins

  • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon water (if needed for consistency)


Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients: Start by adding the pitted and chopped Medjool dates along with the raw walnuts into a food processor. Pulse this mixture until it becomes finely ground, forming a coarse, crumbly base.
  2. Add Flavor Ingredients: Next, add the unsweetened cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt to the food processor. Process the mixture until it begins to form a dough-like consistency that sticks together.
  3. Adjust Consistency: If the mixture is too dry and crumbly, add 1 tablespoon of water to help it bind better. Pulse a few more times until the mixture is uniform and doughy.
  4. Incorporate Chocolate Chips: Remove the mixture from the processor and gently fold in the mini chocolate chips if using, to add texture and bursts of chocolate.
  5. Form Bites: Scoop small portions of the mixture and roll them into bite-sized balls using your hands. Aim for about 12 equal-sized bites.
  6. Chill and Set: Place the formed bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate them for at least 30 minutes. This helps them firm up and develop the perfect chewy texture.
  7. Store Properly: Store the no-bake brownie protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or cashew butter depending on preference or allergies.
  • To keep the recipe fully vegan, ensure to use vegan-friendly chocolate protein powder.
  • For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle a little sea salt on top of each bite before refrigerating.