Description
Satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track with these easy protein brownies! Packed with protein and healthy fats, these brownies are the perfect post-workout snack or guilt-free dessert. Moist, chewy, and endlessly customizable, this protein brownie recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to combine indulgence with nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 eggs (or 2 flax eggs for vegan)
- ¼ cup coconut oil or melted butter
- ½ cup sweetener (honey, stevia, or maple syrup)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: protein powder, cocoa powder, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: eggs (or flax eggs), coconut oil, sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients and stir until a smooth batter forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 18–20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool before slicing, as they will firm up as they cool.
Notes
- Customization Tips: Add chocolate chips, nuts, or a swirl of peanut butter for extra flavor.
- Vegan Option: Replace eggs with flax eggs and use plant-based protein powder.
- Gluten-Free Option: Use almond flour for a gluten-free version.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days, refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: sweet sensations
- Method: Dessert, Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: ~180
- Sugar: ~5g
- Fat: ~7g
- Carbohydrates: ~15g
- Protein: ~12g