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Cosmic Brownie Protein Bites with chocolate and sprinkles

Cosmic Brownie Protein Bites Fudgy Easy and Packed with Protein

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no bake)
  • Total Time: about 1 hour (including chilling)
  • Yield: 10โ€“14 bites 1x
  • Category: Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Noโ€‘Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Noโ€‘bake protein-packed brownie bites with chocolate ganache and rainbow sprinklesโ€”reminiscent of nostalgic Cosmic Brownies but healthier and portable.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup protein powder (chocolate or vanilla)
  • 1/2 cup almond butter (or any creamy nut/seed butter)
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 3 Tbsp maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1โ€“2 Tbsp milk of choice (optional, to adjust consistency)
  • 1/4 cup quick oats (optional, for texture)
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tsp coconut oil (optional, for ganache shine)
  • 2 Tbsp rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter, maple syrup and optional oats; stir until a thick dough forms. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
  2. If too dry, add milk 1โ€ฏTbsp at a time until rollable but firm. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
  3. Use a scoop or hands to roll dough into ~1โ€‘Tbsp balls; place on parchmentโ€‘lined tray. Chill in fridge ~20โ€“60โ€ฏminutes. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
  4. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil (if using) in microwave in 20โ€‘sec intervals until smooth. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  5. Dip or drizzle each ball in ganache, then immediately top with rainbow sprinkles. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
  6. Chill for another 20โ€“30โ€ฏminutes until ganache sets. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
  7. Store in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 1 week (or freeze for up to 2 months). :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}

Notes

  • You can reduce added sugar by using sugarโ€‘free chocolate or coconut sugar. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
  • Substitute nut butter types or protein powder flavors; oats and milk are optional to tweak texture. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
  • Chilling before and after coating helps gummies maintain shape and develop texture. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
  • Freeze individual bites for longer storage up to two months. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite