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High Protein Desserts: Chocolate Protein Frosting
A quick and healthy chocolate frosting packed with protein, perfect for adding flavor and nutrition to your desserts.
Ingredients
dry ingredients
- 2 tbsp regular or dutch cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp protein powder of choice
wet ingredients
- 2 tbsp milk of choice
- 4 tbsp pure maple syrup or stevia to taste
- 4 tbsp almond butter, peanut butter, or allergy-friendly substitute
Instructions
- If not already soft, gently warm the nut butter until it's easily stir-able. Blend all ingredients until smooth.
Notes
Adjust sweetness with stevia or maple syrup as desired.