Vegan Protein Brownies

Makes 9 servings

½ cup almond flour

2 scoops EVOLVE® Plant-Based Protein Chocolate

3 tablespoons cocoa powder

½ teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon kosher salt

¾ cup JUSTIN’S® Almond Butter

1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted

2 tablespoons honey or honey substitute

¼ cup unsweetened applesauce

3 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk

2 tablespoons coconut sugar

Garnish: fresh fruit, cocoa powder, whole nuts, almond butter

Heat 350°F.

In small bowl, combine flour and next 5 ingredients.

In medium microwave-safe bowl, heat almond butter 30 seconds on HIGH, stirring until smooth. Add coconut oil and remaining ingredients, stirring to combine. Gently fold in flour mixture. Transfer mixture to a lightly greased 8 -x 8-inch baking pan. Bake 15 to 20 minutes, or until set. Let stand 15 minutes before cutting. Garnish, if desired.

Nutritional information per serving:

Calories: 226

Protein: 8.78g

Fat: 14.08g

Carbohydrates: 15.67g

Dietary Fiber: 4.59g

Sugars: 5.91g

Cholesterol: 0mg

Sodium: 114mg