Description

These Protein Brownie Bites are a healthy and delicious snack made with ripe bananas, nut butter, protein powder, and cocoa powder. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a post-workout treat, they are baked into bite-sized portions with optional chocolate chips for extra indulgence. Easy to make and packed with protein, these brownie bites offer a nutritious way to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

3 very ripe bananas
½ cup smooth peanut butter or almond butter
½ cup vanilla or chocolate protein powder (about 2 scoops)
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Sprinkle of mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the brownie bites.
Mash Bananas: In a medium-sized bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth, leaving some lumps for texture. Add the peanut or almond butter and mix until fully incorporated.
Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the protein powder and unsweetened cocoa powder until the mixture is well combined and forms a batter.
Prepare Baking Cups: Place 8 silicone baking cups into a muffin tin. Spoon and spread the batter evenly into each cup. Optionally, sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top of each for added sweetness and texture.
Bake: Bake the brownie bites in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through. They will be soft when hot but will firm up as they cool.
Cool and Serve: Let the brownie bites cool completely before removing from the baking cups. Serve at room temperature, chilled, or slightly warmed depending on your preference.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
Optional chocolate chips add extra chocolate flavor and texture.
These brownie bites can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of peanut or almond butter.
You can substitute protein powder flavors based on preference—vanilla or chocolate work best.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: protein brownie bites, healthy snacks, baked protein snacks, banana protein brownies, easy protein bites