Shown with stevia flavored chocolate chips, almonds and walnuts (both raw and unsalted).
Here are three to try:
High-Protein Chocolate Shortbread Bars (No-Bake)
This recipe creates a rich, fudgy bar.
- Base Ingredients: 80g (⅔ cup) oat flour, 60g (⅔ cup) vanilla vegan protein powder, ¼ tsp salt, 28g (2 tbsp) coconut oil (melted), 1/2 tsp vanilla, 1/2 tsp stevia, 1-2 tbsp liquid sweetener (like maple syrup or stevia to taste).
- Chocolate Topping: 1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips and 1 tsp coconut oil, melted together.
- Method: Combine all base ingredients, press into a pan, top with melted chocolate, and freeze until set.
2. 4-Ingredient Vegan Chocolate Shortbread (Baked)
This provides a more traditional, crumbly texture.
- Ingredients: 1 ½ cups almond flour, 3 tbsp cocoa powder, 3 tbsp melted coconut oil, 3 tbsp maple syrup (use sugar-free syrup for sugar-free).
- Method: Mix ingredients, roll out the dough to 5mm thickness, cut, and bake at 350°F (180°C) for about 10-12 minutes.
3. Protein-Packed Shortbread Bites
- Ingredients: 1/2 cup almond flour, 3 tbsp coconut flour, 4 tbsp protein powder (vanilla or chocolate), 1 tbsp sweetener (maple syrup or sugar-free alternative), 3 tbsp almond milk.
- Method: Mix, press into a mold, and refrigerate or freeze.
Tips for Success:
- Protein Powder: Vanilla or chocolate-flavored vegan (pea/soy) or whey protein works best.
- Sweetener: To keep it sugar-free, use stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol blends.
- Dairy Alternative: Use coconut oil or refined, unsalted dairy-free buttery sticks.
- Texture: If the dough is too dry, add a tiny amount of almond milk; if too wet, add a teaspoon of coconut flour.
