Easiest Ever Chia Pudding

As much as we all seem to love Chia pudding, if eaten on its own it often fails to satisfy, and personally, I find it feels a little like eating frogspawn. However, I have been experimenting with this supposed superfood pud and I think I have come up trumps 🙂

Which is great because chia seeds are amazing as they are packed with fibre, health omega fatty acids, potassium, and magnesium. What is more, chia seeds are great for boosting energy and endurance, and can help to regulate digestion and metabolism.

To make my chia pudding, I combine chia seeds with oats which not only stops my chia pudding from being quite so reminiscent of frogspawn, but also amps it up in terms of how filling it is, and in terms of how much energy it provides- really important if you are active and are looking for a breakfast (or snack) to fuel you for the day ahead.

To really make my chia and oat pudding taste amazing I love to mix in some frozen berries, and top it off with coconut yogurt, nuts and raisins, seeds and an obligatory dollop of nut butter.

To make the above chia and oat pudding you will need:

• 1/2 old fashioned cup oats
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant based both work well)
• 1/4 cup frozen berries
• Toppings of your choice- here I used coconut yogurt, nuts, seeds, granola and nut butter

Combine all of the ingredients (bar the toppings) and leave for at least a couple of hours, or overnight in the fridge. When you are ready for your breakfast, or for your snack then remove the pudding from the fridge, top with your favorite things and enjoy!

Let us know if you have any great chia pudding recipe ideas as we would love to hear them!

Laiki

The creators of Laiki, Pradeep, Ennis, and Renata were brought together by their love of food. Laiki® Rice Crackers were born from their frustration that gluten-free crackers were all popped, puffed, or taste like cardboard. As a result they created a worry-free snack made from simple ingredients that was full of flavor and packed a satisfying crunch.

Laiki’s crackers taste amazing! Laiki make for excellent snacks any time of the day. I loved taking the small cracker packs with me to races to munch on throughout the day. I also loved using the crackers as little scoops for hummus!

Laiki offer a variety of cracker options depending on the size of the cracker bag you are after. Check out the Laiki website to find out more about the cracker options.

Check out the nutrition facts of the small Laiki cracker packs here:

What is not to love?

I really enjoyed dipping my Laiki crackers in some peanut butter and sandwiching them with apple slices. But you could also try dipping them in chocolate- a recent addition to the Laiki Facebook page!

As mentioned Laiki crackers are made from Thai black and red rice which means the crackers are also packed with more nutrients and flavor than crackers made from white or brown rice. Literally the ingredient list is rice, oil and salt.

To actually learn more, click here 🙂

As a result of their simple ingredients, Laiki crackers are gluten free. In fact they are specially made in a dedicated facility and are ELISA tested for any presence of gluten with independent lab services so you can be 100% sure that the crackers do not contain any gluten. In addition, because the crackers only contain rice, oil and salt, they are vegan too.

To keep up to date with Laiki and to get your hands on great offers, head to the Laiki Facebook page: Laikiricecrackers 

Tribe

Tribe is a company that provides specialized Tribe Packs for people who want healthy snacks to fuel them through their activities. Tribe also hosts running events, and weekly get together runs in and around London. Take a look by clicking ‘here’ if you want to find out more!

Each Tribe Pack contains five nutrient-rich Tribe Snacks to help us all train stronger, and longer. There are three Tribe Packs on offer depending on what your goals are. You can choose what snacks are put into your Tribe Pack, and you can be sure that whatever you pick will be good for you, as all Tribe snacks contain no refined sugars, no artificial ingredients, and no sulphites. All of the Tribe snacks only the highest quality natural ingredients. To understand more about the Tribe Packs, and the science behind the snacks included check out the Tribe nutrition page on their website.

I tried out the ‘Go The Distance’ Tribe Pack, which has been developed for people training for half marathons, tough mudders and 10km’s- Ideal for me! In my pack I got a range of Tribe Snacks to help boost my energy and recovery. Here I will show you a couple of the snack I received in the Tribe Pack, but make sure to check out the Train and Chew Instagram platform, Twitter feed and Facebook page for more information, and posts about Tribe and their great range of snacks!

There are lots of Trail Mix’s on offer from Tribe. Check out their site for the full range. I was sent the Lauga Trail Mix in my Tribe Pack which combined cacao dusted seeds, nuts and raisins to create a great endurance boosting snack.

This trail mix was named after a mountain marathon in Iceland that Tribe’s Guy ran in 2011. The mix was built for tough adventures, and is packed with good fats, protein, fibre & carbohydrate. Natural source of vitamin E, which helps defend cells from oxidative stress.

I enjoyed sprinkling the pack over my morning smoothie bowl to give it a great crunch, and healthy fat and protein boost.

Check out the mix of nuts, seeds and raisins in the Lauga mix:

There is research to suggest that distance runners can benefit from taking in fats (like those in the Lauga Trail Mix) for fuel- so I am more than happy to jump on that band wagon! For more interesting tips and nutrition facts head to the Tribe blog now! 

In my Tribe Pack I also received the Cacao Almond energy bar. It was dense, sweet and delicious! Combining only natural energy giving ingredients, I was able to really enjoy the bar knowing that it was doing my body good. The bar has fueled Tribe adventurers taking on ultras across Iceland, trans-Moroccan bike rides, and a 2000 mile triathlon- so it was great fuel for me on my long run this weekend! The cacao almond bar contains only 170 calories, but provides 20g carbohydrate for optimal energy, and is made with organic cacao and packed with antioxidants to help prevent oxidative stress. Brilliant!

You can buy Tribe Booster Packs from their website too. So, if you need more of their awesome snacks then make sure you head to the Boost Pack page!

Make sure to check out the Train and Chew Instagram platform, Twitter feed and Facebook page for more information, and posts about Tribe and their great range of snacks!

 

Vega Sport Performance Protein

Vega Sport Performance Protein is a plant based protein powder that is packed with nutrition that really enables people who enjoy it to reach for the next-level in their sport performance. The product is delicious and easy to mix in with liquids. I love it!

Each scoop (41g) of Vega Sport Performance Protein contains 30 grams of complete protein, 6 grams of each BCAA and glutamine, plus performance ingredients such as tart cherry, turmeric, and probiotics. Check out a full list of the ingredients in the powder on the Vega website.  As a result of all of this, Vega Sport Performance Protein can really help to build and repair strong muscles, and reduce recovery time.

Vega Sport Performance Protein is non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan and grain-free.

Vega Sport Performance Protein is made without grain, dairy, or caloric sweetener ingredients, making it appropriate for some definitions of paleo lifestyle. Check the ingredient list to determine whether it will fit within your lifestyle.

Vega Sports Performance Protein is super versatile and can be incorporated into lots of recipes and meals.

Adding a scoop to overnight oats (like in this bowl here) is a delicious and super easy way to boost breakfast protein.

Protein pancakes are also a great treat that can be made even better with Vega Sports Performance Protein. Just check this stack out!

I love the vanilla flavor, however the chocolate flavored protein is ideal for creating chocolaty desserts like this post workout pudding:

This pudding is smooth and delicious. It is a great way to refuel after training. With the Vega Protein this dessert is nutrient dense and the perfect way to get what you need into your body after a workout. The pudding recipe is on the Vega site. You can easily blend it before your workout, let it set in the refrigerator and then enjoy it once you get back.

Hemp Protein and Informed Choice  

Interestingly Vega doesn’t incorporate hemp protein in their Vega Sport Performance Protein because although they think that hemp is a pretty awesome source of plant-based protein, they wanted to give athletes assurance that all products in the Vega Sport system would be safe to use both in training and competition. Hemp contains THC (even though in tiny amounts) and this means that Informed Choice and other third-party sport supplement certifiers will not allow hemp to be in products and have a zero-tolerance policy for any hemp ingredients.

As a result of this, Vega Sport Performance Protein is Informed Choice certified. The Informed Choice program provides assurance that Vega Sport Performance Protein has been tested for substances on the World Anti-Doping Agency list of banned substances and is safe for athletes to use.

To keep up with everything Vega, and to get more recipe ideas check out their social media platforms: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Pintrest.

 

Good Greens Bars

Good! Greens bars are made by a company that is driven by the mindset that everything they do must be good. They are all about good ingredients, good practices and good community. Their products are good for our health- like actually good. Their mindset is about all over wellness that embodies heart, mind and soul.

At Good! Greens our goal is to help everyone be their best good. Whether it’s on the playing field, at school or in work – Good is what we eat, how we care for ourselves and care for each other, and it’s the promise we bring to the world in wellness, humanitarianism and spirit.

With these bars it is now easier than ever to:

Good Greens bars are incredible. They are packed with yummy ingredients, and are gluten free, vegan, contain probiotics and also have over 10g of plant based protein. You can buy bars on their own in local stores, or you can save some money and buy 12 packs or even 72 packs online. What is more is that each bar is unique with loads of different flavors on offer such as: Apple Crumb, Apricot Crush, Blueberry Bliss and Banana Nut, which is shown here:

I love munching on the bars as a snack on their own, or as a quick and easy dessert- finished off with a handful of berries, or banana nice cream.

The bars are literally packed with superfood goodness thanks to the Good Greens superfood powder that they are made with. The powder contains the following amazingly good ingredients:

Superfood Powder: Proprietary Blend- Acai Berry, Beet Juice Powder, Spirulina, Apple Pectin, Spinach, Tomato, Broccoli, Carrot, Shitake Mushroom, Cranberry, Apple, Orange Powder, Raspberry Powder, Acerola Berry, Parsley, Aloe Vera, Chlorella, Carrot Juice Powder, Whole Apple Powder, Goji Berry, Mangosteen, Bacillus Coagulans Gbi-30 6086 (Probiotic Bc-30), Pomegranate, Green Tea Extract, Lohan Guo, Broccoli Powder, Blueberry Juice Powder, Alfalfa, Bilberry, Ginger Root Powder

My favorite Good Greens bar was the Chocolate Chunk bar:

The Chocolate Chunk bar is made with dairy free chocolate and so is vegan friendly. The bars are literally divine and give you a chocolaty treat without any guilt. Each bar is packed with vitamins, antioxidants and protein, making this chocolaty bar an unrivaled choice among wellness bars. You can get your own Chocolate Chunk Good Greens bar here! I loved having one of these bars after a workout as they helped replenish my tired body, and always enjoyed them with an extra dollop of nut butter. 

A close runner up, behind the Chocolate Chunk bar, in my list of favorite Good Greens bars was the Blueberry Bliss bar (which you can get here).  I was not sure about the Blueberry Bliss bar at first as I have, in the past not liked the taste of ‘fake’ blueberry. However, these bars have nothing fake about them. They taste like real blueberries, and I can see why they are the Good Greens best-selling yogurt bar! Blueberry Bliss bars blend of all that is good – good tasting, good for you! I loved taking one of these bars with me to college as they made for a great snack to curb between-meal cravings.

I was blown away by the Good Greens bars, and would recommend them 100%. They are tasty, moorish, and made with real ingredients that you can actually recognize. I am definitely going to get my hands on some more of these awesome bars, especially as there are some flavors, like the Chocolate Banana bars (shown below)that I have not tried as they are new additions to the Good! greens bar team.

Make sure to keep up with what the company behind Good Greens bars are doing by checking in with them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can also check out The Good! Blog which will give you lots of ideas about how to enjoy your bars, and also give you some more info about why superfoods are so good!

 

NuGo

A fast-paced, active lifestyle should not have to negatively impact your health. Low in sugar and net-carbs, high in protein and fiber, and free of artificial ingredients, NuGo Slim^® bars make for a great low glycemic snack that’s ideal for people monitoring their blood sugar, looking to maintain a healthy weight or those just after a tasty snack!

Check out the NuGo website for their range of tasty NuGo products. They have bars for every taste, and every dietary need from vegan to gluten free. Check out the NuGo Slim Espresso and Dark Chocolate bar:

With only 2-3g of sugar, each NuGo Slim, bar is a guilt-free alternative to other dark chocolate treats.Each bar contains 15–17g of protein giving sustained energy- a great post workout refuel. Also, a great benefit for me, is that NuGo bars are free of maltitol which can cause bloating and gastric discomfort.

I loved the NuGo bars as they came, but also loved dipping them into some extra nut butter for an extra decadent, calorie and protein rich snack.

Check out the NuGo Instagram page to see other ways of enjoying these awesome bars!

If you want your protein and fiber without all the sugars and artificial sweeteners found in other diet products, NuGo Slim^® is the protein bar for you. With five REAL Dark Chocolate flavors to choose from, staying fit has never tasted so good.

As a lover of anything PB related, I thought that the NuGo slim crunchy PB and real dark choc bar was amazing! I took a bar with me to my track meet and it was a great way to keep me going between races. As an active, vegan university student I’m always looking for high protein snacks I can have on the go- these bars are just ideal. You can get your own bars here: NuGo website

These bars are an absolutely perfect option for peanut butter lovers. They are low in fat and contain no hydrogenated oils. What is more, the bars are dipped in REAL Dark Chocolate- so decadent! NuGo bars are the only protein bars to be covered like this. The bars are also vegan, gluten-free and contain over 17g of Protein, 3g of Sugar, 7g of Fiber, 5g Net Carbs and no maltitol. Amazing, and thoroughly recommenced.

LivWell Nutrition Plant Protein Powder

LivWell Nutrition offers complete plant based super food protein powder blends. LivWell started as a result of being tired by the lack of quality plant protein products available to consumers. They thought that it would be a great idea to create a product that not only provided a nutritional punch but also tasted amazing. So that is what they did. In 2014, LivWell was born. Since then, LiveWell aims to inform people, and provide the world with all the beneficial superfoods that bring nourishment to the body and mind.

 

Each serving of LivWell protein powder provides:

• 17 Grams Protein per serving
•  28% DV Iron per serving
•  Amazing Amino Acid Profile
•  6 Grams of Fiber per serving
•  100% Plant-Based
•  Highly Digestible
•  No Bloating

“Vitality begins with you” – Martha Graham

Raw Cacao LiveWell Nutrition plant protein powder  is made from a complex of the most efficient plant proteins from around the world, in addition to a range of other super foods:

organic pea protein, organic sprouted brown rice protein, organic hemp protein, organic sacha inchi protein, organic maca root, organic raw cacao, organic mesquite pod, organic stevia leaf, xanthan gum (for mixing)

The powder is a complete protein containing all essential amino acids. Each serving is packed with 17 grams of highly digestible protein. The combination of multiple protein sources delivers an impressive natural amino acid profile that rivals that of whey. All proteins are 100% hypoallergenic, free from soy, gluten, dairy and artificial ingredients. The cacao performance plant protein blend is great for:

• Building Lean Muscle
• Everyone from Extreme Athletes to Casual Vegetarians
• Iron and Fiber intake
• Increasing Libido
• Increasing Energy Levels
• Weight Management
• Mood Boosting
• Immune Boosting

Here are some of the reasons why you should try LivWell’s protein blends:

You can head to the LivWell Nutrition Instagram page for loads of awesome recipes to use their protein blends. Just check out this post for an incredible PB and chocolate parfait!

I also used LivWell’s raw cacao blend in some of my own recipes. For example, I mixed it into my avocado and banana mouse to create an incredibly decadent dessert. Check it out:

Another great way to enjoy LivWell’s cacao protein is by blending it into nice cream and topping it off with loads of yummy things. Check out my recent nice cream bowl using LivWell’s cacao protein:

LivWell Nutrition also offers a vanilla bean flavored raw plant protein blend.  Similarly to the chocolate blend, the vanilla blend offers an awesome combo of  4 different types of plant protein (brown rice, hemp, sacha inchi, yellow peas) so that it offers a complete protein blend for plant based eaters, and omnivores alike.

Amino Acids are the building blocks of protein and so they are essential for energy and muscle development. By combining 4 different types of plant protein LivWell have produced the highest amino acid spectrum possible without artificially adding any chemically made amino acids like many other products you’ll find. The result is an amino acid profile with over 15 grams of amino acids.

Just check out the AMAZING AMINO ACID PROFILE of LivWell nutrition’s plant based proteins:

Typical Amino Acid Profile (Per Serving)

Essential Amino Acids (per 30g serving)		Non-Essential Amino Acids (per 30g serving)
Isoleucine*	645mg	Alanine	766.2mg
Leucine*	1,258 mg	Arginine	1,313 mg
Lysine*	733 mg	Aspartic Acid	1,478 mg
Methionine	304.3 mg	Cysteine	254.3 mg
Phenylalanine	788.5 mg	Glutamic Acid	2,766 mg
Threonine	577 mg	Glycine	666 mg
Tryptophan	163 mg	Histidine	526 mg
Valine*	785 mg	Proline	695.7 mg
Serine	781 mg
Tyrosine	722.3 mg

*Branched Chain Amino Acids

The vanilla blend is also an excellent addition to recipes. You could mix it into smoothies, banana nice cream or overnight oats (one of my fav’s). LivWell have created loads of amazing recipes incorporating their vanilla blend. Check out this super creamy vanilla smoothie that was posted on the LivWell Nutrition Instagram page recently:

I loved incorporating a couple of scoops of raw vanilla LivWell protein into my chia seed puddings for an extra bit of creamy sweetness. Check out my layered beetroot, raspberry and vanilla chia seed pudding:

To find out more about LivWell and the products on offer, head to the LivWell Nutrition website, or check out their blog, or social media platforms- they have Facebook, Pintrest , Instagram  and Google+.

I totally recommended their plant protein blends because not only were they delicious, but they were also amazingly nutritious. Win-win in my books!

That’s It Fruit Bars

That’s it is a company that was founded to improve the quality of life of children and adults worldwide by making fruit and its benefits accessible to people everywhere.  Not only does the company produce awesome fruit snack bars- which will be reviewed here, but they also aim to help people eat better through education, focused research, sustainability and ethical practices.

That’s it’s mission is to provide products to improve, protect and restore the body.

That’s it. fruit bars are an amazing product that focus on fruit. The bars taste amazing, and have an awesome texture. The bars also have a phenomenal ingredient list, using only natural, non-GMO fruit and nothing else.  Each bar also provide 2 whole servings of fruit!

Check out one of That’s it fruit bars here:

Apple and Mango That’s it bar

That’s it bars are convenient snacks that can be taken with you to work or school. They also make for great additions to meals. I loved having my That’s it bars with extra fruit, and an a splash of nut or seed butter. I loved topping banana coins with squares of That’s it fruit bars, and drizzling over my coconut tahini sauce. Delicious!

That’s it bars make for a great post work out snack when combined with a little extra protein. The bars are chewy and sweet, and do you good- what more could you ask for?

That’s it bars also make for awesome additions to breakfast smoothie bowls, oatmeal and nice cream.

This colourful nice cream bowl creation made by Earthling Veg looks incredible! The addition of a That’s it bar just tops it all off! 

You can also use That’s it bars in recipes like these Almond Cookie Bliss Balls:

These bliss balls were made using That’s it fruit bars, and were created by The Lucky Peach. 

And in recipes like these healthy oatmeal cookies:

Superfoods Oatmeal Cookies made by That’s it 

For more That’s it bar inspiration head to the That’s it website: thatsitfruit.com You could also check out their Instagram page, or Twitter for even more inspo!

You can also get your hands on That’s it fruit bars by heading to their site now. If you can’t pick which flavor to get then why not get a sample pack which contains all the different flavors on offer!

My favorite flavor bar was the apple and blueberry one. They are perfectly sweet, and sticky, and made for a great snack between meals. I especially loved the little pockets of blueberries.

 

My Favorite Indulgence

My Favorite Indulgence market their granola as ‘World Class’- and they are not joking!

The granola is slowly-roasted in small batches to produce our signature crunch. Each and every bag of granola is a delight. Full of natural sweetness, and long lasting flavor. No horrible dust, and no nasty ingredients. My Favorite Indulgence is like no other granola you will find- Treat yourself to the best.

Unlike most other commercial granola’s out there, all of the granola’s on offer from My Favorite Indulgence are vegan, non-GMO, preservative-free and trans-fat free!

My Favorite Indulgence  offers a range of granola’s. My personal favorite is their original granola- with nuts. I love the big clusters and distinctive taste- it is sweet, yet perfectly spiced. I love adding handfuls to my oats, cookies, pancakes and nice cream. I can’t get enough of it!

Here is some of the uber yummy granola on one of my snack PB jars of oats:

My Favorite Indulgence also offers a nut free granola– suitable for those with nut allergies. Just like the other granola’s on offer, the nut free variety  is sweetened with maple syrup, and is super crunchy- ideal as a topping or as a cereal on its own. You could add your own nuts, seeds, dried fruits to the mix if you wanted to- it would make for a great breakfast or snack on the go!

For a more decadent granola, My Favorite Indulgence created their Chocolate-Mocha granola. It is cleverly blended to allow both flavors to shine, and it still maintains the signature crunch. I loved this granola as a topping to my desserts! It made for a particularly yummy topping to waffles, and banana pancakes!

The Chocolate-Mocha Granola makes for an awesome crunchy addition to pancakes!

 

The final flavor that is on offer from My Favorite Indulgence is Pumpkin- Spice. This is a flavor that I have only really learnt to appreciate since being in the US. The granola is sweet, yet spicy- thanks to cinnamon, nutmeg and ginger.  I loved it! It also had a load of dried cranberries in this mix which really added to the sweet goodness of the granola!

If you want to get your hands on some of this incredible granola, head to the My Favorite Indulgence site now!  You can even get your granola gift wrapped!

Also, for more recipes, and to keep up to date with what is going on in the My Favorite Indulgence world follow them on Instagram!  (@myfavoriteindulgence) 

 

 

The Best Black Bean Protein Brownies….Ever

Valentine’s Day is a day for love, lust and chocolate!

I doubt you would ever think that beans would feature, and I too initially thought that putting beans anywhere near a brownie tray would be ludicrous, but, after seeing post after post about how amazing black beans can be in dessert, I had to try it out, and boy was I pleased that I did!

These brownies are super simple to make and only require a few ingredients that you probably already have in your cupboards. Equipment wise, all you need is a food processor (or a blender) and a cake tin/ brownie tray or even a muffin tin. These brownies are super versatile- you can make them into one ‘traditional’ brownie tray bake, or you can make individual brownie muffins- totally up to you!

This recipe is totally ideal for Valentine’s day because they are great for satisfying your sweet tooth and chocolatey cravings, but they won’t blow your day’s diet, or leave you feeling guilty and heavy. These brownies are packed with protein from the Sprout Living Epic Protein Powder, full of fiber from the black beans, give you a great dose of healthy coconut oil, and are super low in sugar- so won’t give you that horrible sugar low you can so often get from super indulgent desserts.

Oh, and did I mention that these brownies are: gluten free and vegan?!

Seriously. You have to try them!

Prep Time: 10 minutes, Bake Time: 15-18 minutes, Total time: 30 minutes

To make 12 small, or 6 large brownies you will need:

• 1 cup of oats
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp instant coffee (optional, but recommended)
• 3 cups of black beans (about 2 regular sized cans- rinse and drain these really well)
• 3 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1/4 cup apple sauce (can sub mashed banana or pumpkin puree here)
• 2 tbsp maple syrup (optional, but adds a nice sweetness)
• 6 tbsp Sprout Living Epic Protein Powder
• 1/4 cup dairy free chocolate chips, or 70%-99% dark choc chunks
• 1 tbsp chopped nuts (e.g. walnuts, pecans, peanuts)

Here is how to make them:

• 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees (170 Celsius)
• 2. Lightly grease your brownie tin or muffin tins with coconut oil.
• 3. Blitz your oats in your food processor until they form a flour.
• 4. Add your black beans, coffee, puree, Sprout Living Epic Protein powder, vanilla extract, syrup and coconut oil. Blitz until well combined.
  1.  NB. You may need to do this in two batches if your blender is struggling.
  2. NB.2. If the batter is too thick add 1tbsp water. The batter should be like thick frosting/ mousse- it should not be runny at all.

• 5. Stir in chocolate chips and nuts if adding.
• 6. Spoon the thick batter into your tin and smooth the tops with a wet spoon.

(NB.3. See how dry the batter is ^^)

• 7. You can add some extra choc chips and nuts on the top if you like!
• 8. Bake your brownies for between 15-18 minutes or until the top is dry, slightly cracking and starting to pull away from the side of the tin.
• 9. Let cool for about 15 mins before removing from pan.
  • I cut mine into Valentine’s inspired heart shapes, but feel free to cut them into whatever shape you so desire!

• 10. You can serve straight away, or freeze and reheat as needed.

I would recommend enjoying these brownies with a generous scoop of ice cream for extra decadence, or banana nice cream if you are dairy free. Or why not try adding a handful of berries, some banana chunks, a drizzle of chocolate sauce, or a nice big dollop of nut butter?- all delicious additions that can help take these brownies to the next level.

But, feel free to disregard these suggestions as these brownies are perfect as they are!