Brownie Base: Chocolate Protein Cosmic Brownies

• 1-1/2 cups Medjool dates (pitted)
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup walnuts (or sub more almond flour)
• 1/4 cup cocoa powder
• 1-2 scoops Ascent Chocolate Whey Protein Powder
• 1 tsp vanilla
• Pinch of salt 

Chocolate Protein Ganache: Chocolate Protein Cosmic Brownies

• 3/4 cup chocolate chips 
• 1/3 cup coconut cream
• 1 tbsp maple syrup 
• 1-2 tbsp Ascent Chocolate Whey Protein Powder

Directions: Chocolate Protein Cosmic Brownies 

• Make the brownie layer:
  • Blend almond flour, walnuts, cocoa, protein powder, vanilla and salt
  • Add dates and blend until a sticky dough forms
  • Press into a lined pan
• Make the ganache
  • Heat coconut cream until warm 
  • Pour over Chocolate Chips and let sit 1-2 minutes
  • Stir until smooth, then mix in the protein powder 
• Assemble
  • Spread ganache over brownie layer 
  • Add rainbow chips or sprinkles (if using) 
• Chill
  • Refrigerate ~2-3 hours until firm
  • Slice into squares and enjoy!