Soy-Free Protein Brownie
Indulge guilt-free with these Soy-Free Protein Brownies, a rich and satisfying dessert packed with wholesome ingredients to fuel your day. Perfect for chocolate lovers seeking a high-protein treat, this recipe combines melted dark chocolate, almond flour, and whey protein isolate for a decadent yet nutritious boost—no soy required. The brownies are moist and fudgy, with optional chopped nuts for added crunch, and come together in just 40 minutes from prep to plate. Whether you're looking for a post-workout snack or a healthier dessert option, these brownies are easy to make and will keep you coming back for more. Plus, they’re gluten-free and feature a balance of sweetness and cocoa that’s hard to resist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup dark chocolate chips
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.33 cup whey protein isolate, unflavored or chocolate flavored
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Add the dark chocolate chips and stir occasionally until smooth and fully melted. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully combined and slightly thickened.
Gently fold the melted chocolate and butter mixture into the egg mixture until fully incorporated.
In another bowl, sift together the almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, whey protein isolate, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out mostly clean with a few crumbs attached.
Allow the brownies to cool in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into 12 squares.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Store the brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.5 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.8 g | 44% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 88 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.2 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 211 mg | 4% | |
*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.
