Wham Bam Brownies

I call these Wham Bam Brownies because they are so easy to throw together. I'm not even kidding when I say they take less than 45 minutes from start to finish (including baking time). They don't have the thick fudgy texture of high fat brownies, but they aren't too cake-like either. If you don't like the more chewy, grainy texture that whole wheat flour lends to baked goods, then feel free to use all-purpose stuff.

2 cups Splenda
1/4 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup cocoa
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup egg substitute (like Egg Beaters)
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Whisk together all ingredients in a medium size bowl. Pour batter into 8x8 inch baking pan and bake for 20 minutes. Yield: 8 large brownies

Chocolate Banana Protein Shake

No picture because, well, it wouldn't photograph well. Imagine a slightly frothy and off-white/tan liquid. I think if I were to post a picture it probably would discourage rather than encourage people to make it. Credit goes to my sister for coming up with this. We drink this after our daily runs and sometimes just because it's delicious.

1 large banana
5 ice cubes
1 heaping scoop chocolate flavored protein powder
1 cup unsweetened soy milk
1 tablespoon Splenda (optional)

Blend all ingredients in a blender or food processor until it has a smooth consistency. Yield: 2 cups