This recipe delivers fudgy, decadent protein brownies without the extra calories or the need for bananas! Perfect for a guilt-free treat, post-workout fuel, or a satisfying healthy dessert.
Yields: 9 brownies
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20-25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (about 45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) boiling water
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free)
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar (or substitute with erythritol or stevia for lower calories)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 scoop (about 30 g) chocolate protein powder (whey or casein blend recommended)
- 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
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Instructions:
Step 1: Whisk cocoa powder and salt with boiling water.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and salt. Pour in the boiling water and whisk until smooth. This process, called "blooming" the cocoa, deepens its chocolate
Step 2: Stir in melted butter and sugar.
Add the melted butter (or coconut oil) to the cocoa mixture and stir until well combined. Then, add the sugar (or sweetener) and stir until mostly dissolved.
Step 3: Beat in eggs and vanilla extract.
Crack in the two eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until the mixture is glossy and smooth. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 4: Add protein powder and flour.
Sprinkle the chocolate protein powder over the wet ingredients and gently fold it in until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Then, add the flour (or gluten-free blend) and fold until just incorporated. A few streaks of flour are okay. Overmixing will result in tough brownies.
Step 5: Pour batter into prepared pan.
Grease and lightly flour an 8x8 inch baking pan (or line with parchment paper for easy removal). Pour the brownie batter evenly into the prepared pan.
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Step 6: Bake until just set.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs attached (not wet batter). Be careful not to overbake fudgy brownies.
Step 7: Cool completely, then cut and enjoy!
Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares. This will allow them to firm up and prevent them from crumbling. Enjoy your delicious and healthy protein brownies!
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Tips and Variations:
- For extra fudginess: Reduce baking time by a couple of minutes.
- Add chocolate chips: Fold in 1/2 cup of your favorite chocolate chips into the batter.
- Nutty brownies: Stir in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Peanut butter swirl: Dollop peanut butter over the batter before baking and swirl with a knife.
- Double chocolate: Use a chocolate protein powder for an even richer chocolate flavor.
Enjoy this easy and satisfying protein brownie recipe! It's a fantastic way to indulge your sweet tooth while staying on track with your health and fitness goals.
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