Who says you can't enjoy a decadent brownie while sticking to your health goals? These No-Bake Cinnamon Protein Brownies are a quick and easy way to indulge without the guilt. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, they are the perfect snack to fuel your workouts and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients You Need:
- 150g (1 cup) pitted dates
- 112g (1 cup) almond flour
- 50g (1/2 cup) cocoa powder
- 60g (1/2 cup) vanilla protein powder
- 2g (1 tsp) cinnamon
How to Make Them:
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Blend Dates: Start by blending the pitted dates in a food processor until a smooth paste forms. This will be the base of your brownies.
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Combine Ingredients: Add the almond flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, and cinnamon to the processor. Blend until everything is well combined.
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Press Mixture: Transfer the brownie mixture into a lined baking pan and press it evenly.
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Refrigerate: Place the pan in the fridge for 1 hour to allow the brownies to set.
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Enjoy: Slice into 12 pieces and enjoy your protein-packed brownies!
Notes & Tips:
- Store your brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.
- Feel free to get creative by adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or a pinch of sea salt for extra flavor.
Substitutions:
- Almond Flour: You can substitute almond flour with oat flour or another nut flour if needed.
- Vanilla Protein Powder: Switch to chocolate protein powder for a different flavor.
Gluten-Free Tips:
- Check that the protein powder and cocoa powder you use are certified gluten-free if needed.
Customization for Sweetness & Thickness:
- If you want your brownies less sweet, reduce the dates by 20g (about 2 dates).
- For more sweetness, add 10g (1 tbsp) more dates or a sweetener of choice.
- To make them thicker, add 10g (1 tbsp) more cocoa powder or protein powder.
- To make them thinner, increase the almond flour by 10g (1 tbsp).
