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Protein Brownies Recipe

Fudgy, chocolatey, and packed with protein, these easy protein brownies are a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth without sacrificing your fitness goals.
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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12 squares
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $8–$10

Equipment

  • 1 8×8-inch baking pan Line with parchment for easy removal
  • 2 Mixing bowls For wet and dry ingredients
  • 1 Whisk Or a spatula for mixing
  • 1 Measuring Cups For accurate measurements
  • 1 Parchment paper Optional, for easy lifting

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chocolate protein powder whey or plant-based
  • ½ cup almond flour
  • cup cocoa powder unsweetened
  • ¼ cup coconut flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs or 2 flax eggs for vegan
  • cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free alternative
  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey or sugar-free syrup
  • ¼ cup peanut butter natural, no added sugar
  • cup unsweetened almond milk
  • cup dark chocolate chips sugar-free if desired
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Spread batter in pan
  • Line pan with parchment paper
  • Whisk dry ingredients
  • Stir wet ingredients
  • Combine wet and dry
  • Fold in chocolate chips
  • Spread batter in pan
  • Top with extra chips
  • Bake 18–22 minutes
  • Cool completely before slicing

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1.3mg