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Fudgy Peanut Butter Protein Brownie Bites

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These brownie bites are a healthy, fudgy snack packed with chocolate and peanut butter flavor, boosted with protein for a guilt-free treat. Perfect for kids, lunchboxes, or post-workout munchies, they’re quick to make and loved by all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (100g) chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • 1/4 cup (25g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (50g) oat flour (use gluten-free oats if needed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup (130g) natural creamy peanut butter (plus extra for swirling)
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup (80ml) pure maple syrup or honey
  • 1/3 cup (80g) unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (40g) mini chocolate chips (optional, use dairy-free if needed)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped roasted peanuts (optional, for crunch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 24-cavity mini muffin pan or line with parchment cups.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, oat flour, baking powder, and sea salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter, eggs, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  4. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and fold together with a rubber spatula until thick and sticky. If using, fold in mini chocolate chips and/or chopped peanuts.
  5. Use a small ice cream scoop or tablespoon to fill each muffin cavity about 3/4 full.
  6. Drop about 1/2 teaspoon of extra peanut butter on top of each bite and swirl gently with a toothpick.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, checking at 10 minutes. Bites should be set around the edges but slightly soft in the center. A toothpick should come out with moist crumbs.
  8. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Serve at room temperature or store in an airtight container.

Notes

For nut-free, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini. Use plant-based protein powder and dairy-free chocolate chips for dairy-free. Watch bake time closely to avoid dryness. Let bites cool before removing from pan for best texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, in the fridge for 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.

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