Mocha Chocolate Chip Protein Squares
These little protein squares are sweet and chocolatey with a hint of coffee. With less than 75 calories, 5.5g of protein, and just 3g of sugar they make the perfect snack or dessert.
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 9
Ingredients
- 50 g Date Paste (see notes)
- 2 Scoops MRM Natural Vanilla Whey Protein Powder
- 3 Tbsp Cacao Powder
- 28 g Lily's Dark Chocolate Premium Baking Chips 55% Cocoa (120 chips)
- 2 Tbsp Egg Whites
- 2 Tbsp Coffee Grounds
- 3 Tbsp Walnut Pieces
Instructions
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Add all ingredients except the walnuts and chocolate chips to a food processor or powerful bender. Blend until the mixture becomes a coarse, sand-like texture and sticks together when pressed between your fingers. If needed, add additional teaspoons of egg whites for more moisture.
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Add chocolate chips and walnuts to the mixture and pulse briefly.
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Remove dough from food processor and use your hands or a piece of wax paper to press the dough into a small square tupperware (about 5"x5").
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Cut into 9 square pieces and enjoy!
Notes
- See my Date Paste recipe for additional instructions
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
- Calories: 72
- Fat: 3g
- Carbs: 8g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 5.5g
