Ingredients

• almond flour - 1 cup
• cocoa powder - ½ cup
• protein powder - ½ cup
• honey or maple syrup - ⅓ cup
• unsweetened applesauce - ¼ cup
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• salt - ¼ teaspoon
• dark chocolate chips - ½ cup

Instructions

1. 1.

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini muffin tin with paper liners.

2. 2.

   In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3.

   In another bowl, mix together honey (or maple syrup), applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. 4.

   Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

5. 5.

   Fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.

6. 6.

   Scoop the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.

7. 7.

   Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. 8.

   Allow the brownie bites to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9.

   Enjoy your Protein Brownie Bites as a healthy snack or dessert!