Description
Indulge in these Protein Brownies, a guilt-free treat that combines rich flavors with nutritional benefits. Each brownie is packed with up to 15 grams of protein, making them an ideal post-workout snack or a delicious dessert for any occasion. With their fudgy texture and simple ingredients, these brownies are easy to whip up in under 30 minutes. Customize them with optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for added flavor and crunch. Whether you enjoy them plain or dressed up with toppings like Greek yogurt or nut butter, these brownies are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings without compromising your health.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup protein powder
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil (or butter)
- 2 eggs
- 2/3 cup sugar (or granulated erythritol)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: almond flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- Add the wet ingredients: melted coconut oil, eggs, sugar (or erythritol), and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until firm yet fudgy.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg