High Protein Brownie Bites

Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, sugar, cocoa powder, whey protein powder, and sea salt with a whisk until uniformly blended.

Using a large strong spoon or spatula, stir in the egg whites, egg, and the vanilla. The dough will be very thick. Stir until it is moist and comes together.

Using a #40 scoop, drop level scoops of brownie dough onto the parchment-covered baking sheets. Bake for 14-15 minutes.

Remove from the oven and top each cookie with 4-5 chocolate chips. Return to the oven for 30 seconds.

Remove from oven and smooth the melting chocolate chips with the back of a spoon to swirl and make a “frosting”. Top each cookie with a few chopped nuts if desired.

Allow to cool before serving or cool completely before storing in a sealed container at room temperature.

These freeze well and taste yummy only partially thawed.