Looking to jump start your morning or refuel after a workout? You could drink a protein shake, or you could get the same benefits from a dessert-worthy piece of chocolate! They might be thin in size, but these homemade candies are big in flavor. Plus, they’re packed with protein! Enjoy a hint of mint that’s reminiscent of your favorite Girl Scout cookie, but go totally coco-nuts for the creamy coconut topping. Find out why you and this no-bake treat were “mint” to be.
Protein-Packed Chocolate Mint Thins
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Plant Unflavored Protein Powder
- 3 Tbsp. cacao powder
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- 4 Tbsp. stevia
- 1-1/2 tsp. peppermint extract
- 5 Tbsp. light peanut butter
- 2 Tbsp. coconut oil melted
- 2 Tbsp. sugar-free chocolate melted
- 3 cups water
Coconut Cream Topping
- 3-2/5 oz. coconut milk
- 1 tsp. sugar-free vanilla Jell-O mix
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
Instructions
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In bowl, mix together protein powder, cacao powder, vanilla extract, peanut butter, coconut oil and sugar-free chocolate. Add water 1/2 cup at a time until creamy texture is achieved.
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In separate bowl, mix together all coconut cream ingredients.
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In glass dish, pour chocolate mixture, followed by coconut layer.
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Freeze until firm, then cut into bars.
Recipe Notes
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