Are you ready for these Double Chocolate Coconut Protein Brownies?  They are gluten free and loaded with protein and antioxidants. Making this recipe a sweet treat that is great for the fitness minded like us. {Don’t miss your chance to win a  Vitamix Below}
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You may or may not know that I am on of those crazy CrossFit people. Â One thing I have figured out after six months of doing this sport is that I always seem to be sore, sometimes just a bit here or there and sometimes “oh my Lordy I can’t get off the toilet sore.” Â You know when you are cursing the fact that you are female and the toilet is so low to the ground.
So, with me sore all the time, I pretty much am obsessed with trying to eat the proper foods that not only help my muscles with recovery but help me keep lean and mean. Â Which means lots of protein to help aid in the repair of my muscle fibers but also in replenishing depleted energy stores.
These Double Chocolate Coconut Protein Brownies are not only darkly delicious, loaded with tons of coconut flavor but they have dried cherries in there to give a dose of antioxidants and fiber. Â I certainly enjoy a bar and occasionally two after my workout, or when I want something to satisfy my sweet tooth.
If you might also be interested in checking out my Blueberry Protein Muffins which are a great delicious protein packed muffin that is sure to please.
 
Double Chocolate Coconut Protein Brownies
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup gluten free rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup Whey Chocolate Protein Powder see notes for additional info
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1/4 cup enjoy life semi-sweet mini chocolate chips plus 2 tablespoons for topping
- 1/2 cup dried bing cherries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Place oats in food processor and process for a minute or until they resemble the consistency of flour. Transfer oat flour to medium bowl then whisk in protein powder, shredded coconut and cocoa powder; set aside.
- Whisk together applesauce, egg, honey, vanilla and almond milk until smooth and well combined. Add to dry ingredients and mix together until just combined.
- Place coconut oil and 1/4 cup of the chocolate chips in glass bowl and microwave for 30 seconds, stir to blend. Microwave an additional 30 seconds until all chocolate chips and coconut oil have melted together. Gently stir into brownie batter.
- Stir in cherries.
- Pour mixture into prepared pan. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons of chocolate chips. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until just cooked through and the top has set.
- Remove from oven and let cool on wire rack.
- Lift parchment paper by ends and lift brownies out of pan. Cut and enjoy
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I’ve never done Crossfit, but I’m a runner and need as much protein as I can get! These brownies sound like the perfect healthy treat.
Cooking Canuck, these will be perfect for after a run. Hope you enjoy them.
Looks so delicious…and healthy as well! Gonna definitely try to make these!
Great Dionne, hope you love it as much as I did.
These look AMAZING!! I will most def. be trying them out as I have a sweet tooth and I think these might cure that craving!
Thanks Christine! Enjoy.
These sound awesome and perfect to ward off some of my cravings!
Britney, I kept the extas in the fridge and pulled them out when I needed a sweet pick me up.
You had me a double chocolate and coconut… The protein pushed it over the top! 🙂 Pinned.
Thanks Laura!
My best friend has really seen progress since beginning her fitness journey. She is not big on cooking, so she gave me some of her protein powder to create healthy meals for her. Looks like I found something perfect for her!
Kacey, she should totally love these! What a great friend you are!!
Oh this looks so good! My mouth is watering! I think I need a snack and this is perfect!
Thanks Teresa!
Cross fit sounds like fun, I wish I could join you, surely that would motivate me!
Beth, it is fun, great community. Lots of laughs, you would fit right in!
I want these right now!!
I don’t even have to be part of the ‘we’ to know that these bars are fabulous!! 🙂
You are so part of the ‘we’. Weren’t you going for your walk yesterday when you video taped the outside of your gorgeous place?