Description
Delicious and protein-packed brownies made with chocolate protein powder and almond flour, offering a healthier alternative to traditional brownies. These fudgy treats are sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup and can include dark chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup chocolate protein powder
- ½ cup almond flour or oat flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt or unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure the brownies don’t stick and are easy to remove.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the chocolate protein powder, almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix together the honey (or maple syrup), Greek yogurt (or unsweetened applesauce), eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. If desired, fold in the dark chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
- Transfer to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18–20 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out mostly clean with a few crumbs for a fudgy texture.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares to keep their shape and texture intact.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour with oat flour for a nut-free option.
- Honey or maple syrup can be adjusted based on desired sweetness.
- Greek yogurt adds protein and moisture; applesauce is a great dairy-free alternative.
- Optional dark chocolate chips lend extra richness, but can be omitted for a simpler version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
