Chocolate HAZELNUT PROTEIN BROWNIES

Brownies? Yes. Peppermint Mocha? Yes. Protein?? You betcha! These simple four ingredient peppermint mocha protein brownies hit the spot as a decadent dessert or on the go bites to fuel your every (Holi)day. These protein brownies feature AMP GNC Wheybolic Peppermint Mocha flavor and are super fudgy, gooey, AND need just four ingredients to make! No flour, no eggs, and no butter needed, they make a guilt free dessert fix.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• ½ cup smooth almond butter, can substitute with peanut butter, cashew butter, or nut butter of your choice
• ¼ cup cocoa powder, unsweetened (the kind you’d use for baking)
• 2 scoops GNC AMP Plant Isolate Protein Chocolate Hazelnut

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a high-speed blender or mixing bowl, combine all your ingredients until smooth.
a. I found warming the almond butter in the microwave for about 30-60 seconds made it easier to work with
3. Transfer the brownie batter to the lined pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are firm.
4. Remove the brownies from the oven and gently press down on the tops to form a crackly top.
5. Optional, top with chocolate chips, crushed peppermint sticks, or both!
6. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.
7. Leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator and covered. They will keep well for up to five days.