Cookie Dough Brownie Protein Bars

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Cookie Dough Brownie Protein Bars

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Ingredients

  • For the Brownie Layer:
  • 1 scoop (30g) chocolate whey or casein protein powder
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1 egg (or flax egg for vegan)
  • For the Cookie Dough Layer:
  • 1 cup chickpeas (cooked, rinsed, and patted dry)
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1 scoop (30g) vanilla whey or vegan protein powder
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

      Directions

      1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
      2. Make Brownie Layer: In a bowl, mix protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, almond milk, maple syrup, and egg until smooth. Spread evenly in the pan. Bake 12–15 minutes, then let cool.
      3. Make Cookie Dough: In a food processor, blend chickpeas, peanut butter, protein powder, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Stir in chocolate chips by hand.
      4. Assemble Bars: Spread cookie dough mixture evenly over cooled brownie layer.
      5. Chill & Slice: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up. Slice into 9 squares.

      Tips for Meal prep

      Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

      For extra indulgence, drizzle melted dark chocolate on top before chilling.

      Swap chickpeas for blended oats + Greek yogurt if you prefer a grain-based dough.

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