4-Ingredient Flourless Protein Brownie Bites Recipe
These 4-Ingredient Flourless Protein Brownie Bites are a simple, nutritious treat made with wholesome ingredients like bananas, almond butter, cocoa powder, and chocolate protein powder. Perfectly balanced for a quick energy boost or a guilt-free dessert, these brownies are gluten-free, flourless, and packed with protein to satisfy your sweet tooth without the extra carbs or flour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 16 bite-sized brownie bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Brownie Bites Ingredients
- 1 cup mashed bananas (about 2 medium ripe bananas)
- ½ cup almond butter (or substitute with peanut butter, cashew butter, or a nut-free alternative)
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup chocolate protein powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the brownie bites.
- Make the Batter: In a blender or mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, almond butter, unsweetened cocoa powder, and chocolate protein powder. Blend or mix until the mixture is smooth and homogenous, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top feels firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted near the center comes out mostly clean with only a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool & Serve: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and gently press down on the tops of the brownies to create a desirable crackly texture. Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing them into bite-sized squares for serving.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and better texture.
- You can substitute almond butter with other nut or seed butters to cater to dietary preferences or allergies.
- Ensure not to overbake to maintain a chewy texture rather than dry brownies.
- Store the brownie bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling some sea salt or chopped nuts on top before baking.
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