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Healthy Cosmic Brownie Protein Bites (A Guilt-Free Treat) Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes (plus 30 minutes chilling)
  • Yield: 12 bites
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Description

These Healthy Cosmic Brownie Protein Bites are a guilt-free, delicious snack perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while fueling your body with clean, nutritious ingredients. Made with Medjool dates, almond butter, and chocolate protein powder, these no-bake bites combine rich chocolate flavor with protein-packed goodness, ideal as a post-workout snack or a wholesome treat.

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Medjool dates (pitted and softened)
  • ½ cup almond butter
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ cup chocolate protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon rainbow sprinkles (naturally colored, if preferred)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the date paste: Add the softened Medjool dates to a food processor and pulse until they form a thick, sticky paste, which will serve as the natural sweetener and binder for the bites.
  2. Blend the ingredients: To the date paste, add almond butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend all ingredients together until a sticky dough forms, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed to ensure even mixing.
  3. Incorporate chocolate chips: Remove the mixture from the food processor and stir in the mini chocolate chips by hand to evenly distribute them without breaking them up.
  4. Form the bites: Using your hands or a small scoop, roll the mixture into approximately 1-inch balls. Gently press a few rainbow sprinkles onto the top of each bite for a fun, colorful finish.
  5. Chill and set: Place the formed bites on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up and hold their shape.
  6. Storage: Store the protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, making them an easy grab-and-go snack.

Notes

  • For a nut-free option, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • You can roll the bites in crushed oats or shredded coconut instead of sprinkles for added texture and flavor variety.
  • These bites make for an excellent post-workout snack or a healthy lunchbox treat for kids and adults alike.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/healthy-cosmic-brownie-protein-bites-a-guilt-free-treat-recipe/