Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Bars

INGREDIENTS

3 tbsp

cocoa powder

1/2 cup

chocolate protein powder (70g)

1/2 tsp

baking powder

1/4 tsp

salt

15 oz

can black beans

1 tbsp

pure vanilla extract

1/3 cup

pure maple syrup, agave, or honey

stevia or 2 tbsp additional sugar (liquid or granulated)

1 tbsp

milk of choice (omit if using liquid sweetener above)

1/4 cup

peanut butter or allergy-friendly alternative

1/3 cup

to 2/3 cup mini chocolate chips (not optional; omit at own risk)