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Filled with not only tons of chocolate and coconut flavor, but also gluten free, vegan, and packed with fiber and antioxidants, it’s a dessert that will help keep you moving all day. Enjoy a healthy indulgence with these Double Chocolate Coconut Protein Brownies.
I am so excited welcome Amy from A Healthy Life for Me. I originally met through some mutual bloggy buddies, and since then have not been able to resist her gorgeous and tempting food, especially because it’s also good for you! Be sure to stop by her blog and enter to win the NINJA Supra Kitchen System that she is giving away! Round out dinner by checking out Love Bakes Good Cakes for some Healthy Meals or The NY Melrose Family for some Healthy Snack Ideas in our #EatHealthy15 Series.
Double Chocolate Coconut Protein Brownies
Hey there Cupcake & Kale Chips fans, I am Amy visiting from A Healthy Life For Me and I am so excited to be here treating all of you to some Double Chocolate Coconut Protein Brownies.
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You may or may not know that I am one of those crazy crossfit people. One thing I have figured out after six months of doing this sport is that I always seem to be sore, sometimes just a bit here or there and sometimes “oh my Lordy I can’t get off the toilet sore.” You know when you are cursing the fact that you are female and the toilet is so low to the ground.
So, with me sore all the time, I pretty much am obsessed with trying to eat the proper foods that not only help my muscles with recovery, but help me keep lean and mean. Which means lots of protein to help aid in repair of my muscle fibers but also in replenishing depleted energy stores.
These Double Chocolate Coconut Protein Brownies are not only darkly delicious, loaded with tons of coconut flavor but they have dried cherries in there to give a dose of antioxidants and fiber. I certainly enjoy a bar and occasionally two after my workout, or when I want something to satisfy my sweet tooth.
If you might also be interested in checking out my Blueberry Protein Muffins which are a great delicious protein packed muffin that is sure to please.
Double Chocolate Coconut Protein Brownies
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup gluten free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup Whey Chocolate Protein Powder see notes for additional info
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/4 cup enjoy life semi-sweet mini chocolate chips plus 2 tablespoons for topping
- 1/2 cup dried bing cherries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Place oats in blender and blend for a minute or until they resemble the consistency of flour. Transfer oat flour to medium bowl then whisk in protein powder and cocoa powder; set aside.
- Whisk together applesauce, egg, honey, vanilla and almond milk until smooth and well combined. Add to dry ingredients and mix together until just combined.
- Place coconut oil and 1/4 cup of the chocolate chips in glass bowl and microwave for 30 seconds, stir to blend. Microwave an additional 30 seconds until all chocolate chips and coconut oil have melted together. Gently stir into brownie batter.
- Stir in cherries.
- Pour mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until just cooked through and the top has set.
- Remove from oven and let cool on wire rack.
- Lift parchment paper by ends and lift brownies out of pan. Cut and enjoy
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Here are some more delicious and nutritious recipes from A Healthy Life for Me:
- Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Almonds
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Scones
- Sweet Potato Spicy Chicken
- Gluten Free Chocolate Protein Pancakes
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CAN YOU SUBSTITUTE WITH CHOCOLATE VEGAN PROTEIN POWDER?
I don’t see why not!
These sound so good! It’s nice to have options that are better for you while still making you feel like you’re indulging!
Definitely! Then you don’t feel deprived!