Pecan Protein Bites

close up of freshly cut pecan protein squares, each topped with a pecan half

5 from 2 votes

These delicious Pecan Protein Bites have all the flavor of pecan pie in a no-bake, gluten-free, protein treat! Makes 6 pieces. See Notes below to make a bigger batch.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: pieces

Calories: 98kcal

Author: Andréa Marchese

Ingredients

½ cup natural vanilla whey protein 51g
2 tablespoons coconut sugar 24g
2 tablespoons coconut flour 16g
¼ cup chopped pecans 27g
2 teaspoons Food Fitness by Paige bourbon vanilla or other quality vanilla extract
2 tablespoons filtered water
6 pecan halves 8g

Instructions

Mix whey protein, coconut sugar, coconut flour, and chopped pecans. Set aside.
Mix vanilla and water, and then add to dry mix.
Mix together, using your hands to fully combine.
Place on a sheet of parchment, and form into a rectangle.
Cut into squares, and top each with a pecan half.
Enjoy! Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

For the batch of 16 pictured, triple the recipe and trim the edges for a clean look.

A note about substitutions: If using casein or vegan protein powder, I would suggest using a sticky liquid sweetener (honey, maple syrup, agave) to help bind the mix.

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