Description
Indulge in these decadent High-Protein Brownies that strike the perfect balance between rich chocolatey goodness and a protein-packed treat. These fudgy delights are a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce or mashed banana
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy)
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup chocolate or vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together almond butter, maple syrup, eggs, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: Stir in cocoa powder, protein powder, salt, baking powder, and milk until just combined.
- Add mix-ins: Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Bake: Pour batter into the dish, spread evenly, and bake for 18–22 minutes until set.
- Cool and slice: Let brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
- For extra fudgy brownies, slightly underbake and refrigerate before serving.
- Store brownies in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
