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    Home > Blog > Protein Desserts > Protein Brownies and Bars

    Fudgy Protein Brownies

    Updated: Feb 4, 2023 · Published: Jul 16, 2014 · By Andréa Marchese · This post may contain affiliate links · 6 Comments

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    I've been wanting to make Chocolate Fudge Protein Brownies for a while, but I was discouraged after my first chalky attempt. These, however, are completely redesigned and totally fudgey and delicious!

    close up of a protein brownie on a white plate
    Fudgy Protein Brownies

    As with most recipes using whey protein, the key is not to over-bake these brownies. Whey tends to stiffen up when over-baked, and we want to keep these soft. And since there are no eggs in this batter, a fudgey under-baked brownie is perfectly fine!

    Also, be sure to use a good natural chocolate whey protein. Nothing can ruin a recipe more than the taste of artificial flavors! I love the milk chocolate taste of True Athlete chocolate whey protein powder from the Vitamin Shoppe, and it makes for delicious Chocolate Fudge Protein Brownies!

    Another thing to note: these stay well for a good week in the fridge! I was just away for a few days, and wondered what they would taste like when I returned. Happy to say they made for a delicious breakfast this morning! :)

    Enjoy!

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    Fudgy Protein Brownies

    Makes 9 brownies.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 18 minutes
    Total Time: 23 minutes
    Servings: 9
    Calories: 127kcal
    Author: Andréa
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup natural unsweetened applesauce (222g)
    • ⅓ cup almond butter 80g
    • 1 cup natural chocolate whey protein powder 104g
    • 2 tablespoons cacao powder 11g (or cocoa powder)
    • 2 tablespoons date sugar 18g
    • ⅛ teaspoon sea salt 0.6ml

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 325F (163C).
    • Line a 7" square (or similarly sized) pan with parchment paper (if not using silicone).
    • Mix applesauce and almond butter well.
    • Add remaining ingredients, and mix well.
    • Pour batter into pan, and bake for 16-18 minutes (just until firm).
    • Let cool slightly.
    • Cut into 9 brownies, and enjoy!
    • Store in the refrigerator.

    Notes

    A note about substitutions: because each type of protein powder has a distinct flavor and texture when baked, I would not try substituting different types of protein powders in this recipe. If you'd like to use stevia in place of the date sugar, you'd save yourself a couple of grams of carbs per brownie.
    And remember not to over-bake these brownies!
    Also, almond butter can be made by processing almonds in a food processor.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1g | Calories: 127kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 6g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g
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    Comments

    1. Andréa

      April 06, 2015 at 12:02 pm

      Hi Nichole,
      You might want to add a couple of teaspoons of coconut flour in place of the 2T cacao (as a dry ingredient) or lessen the applesauce a tiny bit. Coconut flour is very drying, though, so 2 teaspoons should do it, I think! Let me know how it goes!
      :)
      Andréa

    2. Nichole

      April 05, 2015 at 6:05 pm

      If I use vanilla whey, and omit the cacao, do you think they would taste like blondies? I'm all out of chocolate whey right now and really want to try this! Thanks!

    3. Andréa

      July 17, 2014 at 12:54 pm

      My pleasure! Thanks for writing in! :)

    4. Deb Seyler

      July 17, 2014 at 12:37 pm

      5 stars
      I made these yesterday. The BOMB!!!! Not only really good, but SUPER easy and not a lot of ingredients. Thanks!

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