No Bake Protein Brookie

The Easiest Way to Get in Extra Protein!

Is there really anything better than the combination of brownies and cookie dough? This single serve protein packed brookie was super delicious and took hardly any time to make.

You would never guess this recipe is made with all simple and healthier ingredients. Plus, you get the added benefits of extra protein, so you stay fuller for longer and it doesn’t spike your blood sugar.

Sugar: any GRANULATED sugar will work. I used coconut sugar. Keep in mind if you use coconut sugar, it will turn the batter a slightly browner color rather than a whiter color. Liquid sweetener such as maple syrup will alter the recipe.

Almond butter: any nut or seed butter will work. Be sure it is on the runnier side rather than super chunky.

Applesauce: I used unsweetened applesauce. You could use sweetened; however, I find the sugar makes the recipe sweet enough. If you don’t want to use applesauce, you could use mashed banana or pumpkin. I wouldn’t recommend substituting the applesauce as it creates a good texture.

Vegan yogurt: : I used plain, unsweetened cashew milk yogurt. Any yogurt will work. If you aren’t vegan, you could also use normal yogurt.

Protein powder: I used vanilla flavored protein powder. Any flavor will work. Mine was plant-based and I haven’t tested any whey-based powders. Keep in mind if yours is whey based you may need to alter the measurements.

Almond flour: I haven’t tested any other flours. However, the closest option would be a 1:1 gluten-free flour or oat flour. The measurements will likely be different so add slowly and stir as you go.

Chocolate chips: any chocolate chips will work.

Nondairy milk: I used unsweetened almond milk. Any nondairy milk will work. You can also use water or if you aren’t vegan traditional milk works too.

Cacao powder: I like using this for the extra nutrients. You could also use unsweetened cocoa powder.

Ingredients:

• Sugar

• Almond butter

• Applesauce

• Vegan yogurt

• Protein powder

• Almond flour

• Chocolate chips

• Nondairy milk

• Cacao powder

Recipe:

Makes ONE large cookie

• 2 tablespoons sugar

• 1 tablespoon almond butter

• 1 tablespoon applesauce

• 1 tablespoon yogurt

• 2 tablespoons protein powder

• 3 tablespoons almond flour

• 2-5 tablespoons chocolate chips (or however many you want, plus more for melting)

• 1 tablespoon cacao powder

Directions:

1.    In a bowl combine the sugar, almond butter, applesauce, and yogurt.

2.    Add in the protein powder and almond flour. Stir until a dough is formed. Fold in the chocolate chips. Split the dough in half. Add the cacao powder to half the dough. Place the chocolate dough on a plate/tray and shape into a circle. Place the other half of the dough on top. Place in the freezer for 30 minutes.

3.    After the 30 minutes, melt the chocolate and add this on top. Allow to harden and enjoy!

If you aren’t eating this right away, be sure to store the cookie in the refrigerator or freezer. If you prep a large batch, be sure to do the same as well.