Fudgy Frosting… with Protein!!!

The other day I was watching Orange is the New Black, which I am already done with (epic), and I saw Vee eating some Funfetti cake with chocolate icing. I died a little.
So, I battled in my mind whether or not I should go buy a box with a friend, when I decided to use this as a nutrition challenge! I found this amazing cake mix that you add your own sugar to, and devised my own recipe for chocolate fudge icing.
They say "stressed = desserts backwards," and that's probably true during finals week. That treat satisfied our sweet tooth during the chaos of endless studying.
It's difficult to find a packaged frosting that's on the healthier side. This recipe is great for any kind of cake, whether it's a recipe you already have, or to add on top of a boxed cake mix. It's great because it's quick and simple, low-sugar, and packs a protein punch. You could even use it for brownies or make a custard out of it!
Here's the recipe:

Chocolate Protein Frosting

1 16 oz bag of dark chocolate chips

1 TBSP coconut oil

2 TBSP cacao powder

1/3 cup greek yogurt

3 TBSP almond milk

1 TBSP 100% maple syrup (optional)

1-2 full scoop(s) of good vanilla whey protein powder (I use Jay Robb)

dash of pink himalayan sea salt

1. Place chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 10-15 seconds at a time (as to not burn the chocolate), take out and mix with a spoon. Microwave/mix incrementally until smooth.

2. To the melted chocolate, add all other ingredients. Mix until smooth.

3. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

Tip: You can add less of each ingredient before adding the full amount in order to play with taste and texture. I make recipes by adding whatever ingredients sound good in amounts that seem just about right! Don't hesitate to play with your food! ;]

Enjoy, babes! Have your cake and eat it, too! 

XO Kris