Whey Protein Brownies (Easy Recipe)
These easy whey protein brownies are perfect for meal prep and make a satisfying high protein snack or dessert when chocolate cravings hit!
Servings: 9 brownies
Calories: 177kcal
Equipment
- oven thermometer highly recommended
- parchment paper
- kitchen scale highly recommended
- mixing bowl
- spoon
- rubber spatula recommended, to get all of the batter out of the pan
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup almond butter
- 1 ¼ cup chocolate whey protein powder
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F (163C).
- Line an 8" square pan with parchment paper.
- Mix applesauce and almond butter until combined well.1 cup unsweetened applesauce, ½ cup almond butter
- Add remaining ingredients, and mix well.1 ¼ cup chocolate whey protein powder, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons coconut sugar, ⅛ teaspoon salt
- Let the brownie batter sit for 5 minutes to allow the protein the hydrate.
- Pour batter into pan, and bake for 18-20 minutes, just until firm. (It will be firm to the touch, but the bite will still be soft!)
- Let the brownies cool slightly in the pan, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the brownies from the pan and cut into 9 equal pieces (3 cuts each way). And enjoy!
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator.
Notes
This recipe works for whey protein only, and I highly suggest using whey protein concentrate (not isolate).
If you'd like to make a more indulgent brownie with collagen powder (and real butter), see this recipe for super-fudgy collagen brownies.
Sweetener swap: Feel free to swap out the coconut sugar for granulated erythritol or your sweetener of choice. If you use a liquid sweetener like maple syrup or honey, you may need to bake the brownies for a few minutes longer.
Go nuts! Swap out the almond butter for peanut butter for peanut butter protein brownies, or use your favorite nut or seed butter.
Go bananas! Swap out the applesauce for mashed banana (or even pumpkin!). In this case, check the brownies after 15 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1brownie | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 5g | Net Carbohydrates: 7g
