Here are the ingredients you’ll need now for the top frosting layer of these Nut-Butter Breakfast Bites … choose between Normal or Protein-Rich:
For the Peanut Butter Fudge Frosting:
1/2 cup peanut butter, melted
1-2 granulated sweetener of choice (optional)
pinch cinnamon
1 tsp coconut oil, melted
For the Peanut Butter Fudge Protein-Rich Frosting:
2 scoops of protein powder (60-64 grams)
1/4 cup peanut butter, melted
Milk of choice
Now just follow these easy preparation steps to make a batch of delicious Nut-Butter Breakfast Bites:
Steps to make the basic Breakfast Bite “Blondies”:
1. Line a 8 x 8 baking dish with parchment paper or aluminum foil and set aside. For thicker blondies, use a loaf pan. For thinner blondies, feel free to use a 9 x 9 inch pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine your flours, protein powder, cinnamon and granulated sweetener and set aside.
3. In a microwave safe bowl or stovetop, melt your peanut butter with the brown rice syrup (or maple/honey). Whisk in the vanilla extract and pour into the dry mixture. Mix very well until fully incorporated.
4. For a more soft and fudgy blondie, add milk of choice until a relatively thick batter is formed.< 5. For a firm and chewy blondie, add milk of choice only if needed to desired thickness. 6. Transfer to lined baking tray and press firmly in place. Top with crushed and whole peanuts. 7. Refrigerate for at least 10 minutes, or until firm. 8. Once firm, add frosting of choice:
Steps to finish these with a normal Peanut Butter Fudge Frosting:
9a. Melt your peanut butter with coconut oil.
10a. For a sweet frosting, add granulated sweetener of choice and mix until combined.
Steps to finish these with a Peanut Butter Protein-Rich Fudge Frosting:
9b. Mix protein powder with peanut butter until a crumbly texture remains.
10b. Using a tablespoon, add milk of choice until a VERY thick batter is formed.
11. Add cinnamon and top blondies until set.
12. Refrigerate for another 30 minutes to firm up before slicing.
Note that these treats are best kept in the refrigerator, but are freezer-friendly, too.
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Source: Arman