Protein Powder Brownies
Craving a guilt-free treat packed with protein? These decadent Protein Powder Brownies are the perfect solution, combining rich chocolate flavor with muscle-nourishing ingredients. Made with chocolate-flavored protein powder, almond flour, and unsweetened cocoa, these brownies strike the ideal balance between indulgence and health. Natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup (for a vegan option) keep them refined sugar-free, while creamy peanut butter and optional dark chocolate chips add an irresistible texture. With a quick 10-minute prep time and just 20 minutes in the oven, these fudgy, gluten-free, and high-protein brownies are a must-try for anyone looking to satisfy their sweet tooth without compromising on their fitness goals. Perfect as a post-workout snack or a wholesome dessert, they’re easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup Chocolate-flavored protein powder
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the unsweetened cocoa powder, chocolate-flavored protein powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and well blended.
Add the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix until a thick batter forms. If the batter is too thick, add a little more almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
If desired, fold in the dark chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay).
Remove the brownies from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, slice the brownies into 12 squares. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 9.6 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 217 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
