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Protein Brownie Delight

Indulge in Delicious, Protein-Packed Brownies

9servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Protein Brownie Delight

About this recipe

Enjoy a guilt-free delight with these protein-packed brownies, crafted to satisfy your sweet tooth while aligning with your fitness goals. Each bite is rich, fudgy, and full of chocolatey goodness, ensuring you never have to compromise on flavor or nutrition.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 2

    Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.

  3. 3

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

  4. 4

    In another bowl, whisk the honey, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  5. 5

    Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.

  6. 6

    Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently.

  7. 7

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.

  8. 8

    Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.

  9. 9

    Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares and serving.

Chef's tip

Ensure the brownies cool completely before slicing for the best texture. Feel free to adjust the sweetness by varying the honey quantity.

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