Chocolate and Blueberry Post Workout Protein Cake

*insert text post about wanting a delicious chocolatey treat that is both healthy and high in protein after every drill sergeant tough workout at the gym*

Except I don't go to the gym, ever. And honestly if I ever do go to the gym Id rather treat myself with a celebratory glass (bottle) of wine, not a slice of chocolate cake. 

However, if you are predisposed to a chocolatey treat that seems to undo your hard work at the gym this is pretty perfect for you.

Ingredients 

• 1 can of aduki (or black) unsalted 

   beans (cooked) 

•  1/2 cup of liquid egg whites OR whites of 4 eggs 

• 1/2 cup of chocolate whey protein 

   powder  

• 1 pot (300g) of low-fat cottage 

   cheese 

• 1/2 cup of raw cocoa powder 

• 3/8 cup of organic honey

• 3 tbsp of coconut flour 

• 1 tsp of baking powder

Method

- boil black beans for 5 minutes (or until soft) and drain. 

- blend cooked beans, cottage cheese, egg whites and honey together until they form a smooth paste.

- pour mixture into a large bowl. 

- fold in baking powder, flour, cocoa powder and protein powder until everything is properly combined.

-stir in a fresh blueberries 

- pour into a greased tin and bake at 170 degrees for 40-45 minutes.

For the frosting (optional) :

- 2 tbs peanut butter,

- 4 tbs almond milk and 

- 1tbs icing sugar