Peanut Butter Vanilla Protein Blondies

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, allowing the paper to hang over the edges for easy removal later.
2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs until lightly beaten. Add the natural peanut butter, unsweetened applesauce, pure maple syrup or honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and smooth.
3. Add the SoWell Protein, baking powder, and salt to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix, which can result in a denser texture.
4. If using dark chocolate chips, fold them into the batter until evenly distributed.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
7. Remove from the oven and allow the blondies to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
8. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the blondies out of the pan. Cut into squares and enjoy.