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High Protein Brownie Bites - Fudgy, Satisfying, and Easy to Make

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Whey or plant-based chocolate protein powder (1/2 cup)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder (1/4 cup)
  • Almond flour (1/2 cup) or oat flour for a nut-free option
  • Plain Greek yogurt (1/2 cup; 2% or nonfat)
  • Ripe banana (1 medium, mashed) or 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • Maple syrup or honey (3–4 tablespoons)
  • Egg (1 large) or 1 flax egg for vegan (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water)
  • Vanilla extract (1 teaspoon)
  • Baking powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Fine sea salt (1/4 teaspoon)
  • Dark chocolate chips (1/3 cup; optional but recommended)
  • Espresso powder (1/2 teaspoon; optional, boosts chocolate flavor)
  • Neutral oil or melted coconut oil (1 tablespoon) or nonstick spray for the pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line with mini paper liners to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, salt, and espresso powder if using. Break up any lumps for a smooth batter.
  3. Whisk wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the mashed banana, Greek yogurt, egg, vanilla, maple syrup, and oil until smooth and creamy.
  4. Combine: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until just combined. The batter will be thick but scoopable—avoid overmixing.
  5. Add chocolate: Fold in the dark chocolate chips. Save a few to sprinkle on top for that bakery-style look.
  6. Fill the tin: Scoop the batter into the mini muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full. Top with the reserved chips.
  7. Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the tops are set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs. Do not overbake—this keeps them fudgy.
  8. Cool: Let the bites cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely. They firm up as they cool.
  9. Serve: Enjoy warm for melty centers, or chill for a chewier, truffle-like texture.