Protein Brownie Bites

INGREDIENTS:

• 1/2 cup dark cocoa powder
• 1/4 cup Vital Proteins Chocolate Collagen or other chocolate protein powder
• 1/4 cup nut butter of choice
• Pinch of sea salt
• 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Add cocoa powder, collagen/protein power, and sea salt to a medium sized bowl and whisk together.
2. Add the remaining ingredients and stir with a rubber spatula.  Batter will be a bit dry and thick (which will make it hold together well).
3. Form into balls about the size of a heaping tablespoon.  Batter will make about 10-12 balls.
4. Store in refrigerator.

MACRO BREAKDOWN:  (per ball)
Protein:  3 grams
Carbohydrates:  7 grams
Fat:  3 grams

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