Here’s a fudgy, high-protein brownie recipe — rich, chocolatey, and macro-friendly 💪🍫
Perfect for a dessert that hits your protein goals without excess sugar.
🍫 High-Protein Brownies
💪 Why It’s High Protein
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Whey or plant-based protein powder
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Eggs for structure and protein
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Optional Greek yogurt or cottage cheese for extra protein and moisture
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12 brownies)
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1 cup oat flour (or almond flour for lower-carb version)
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½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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1 scoop (25–30g) chocolate protein powder
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½ tsp baking powder
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Pinch salt
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¼ cup sweetener (erythritol, monk fruit, or sugar)
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2 large eggs
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½ cup plain Greek yogurt (or ½ cup applesauce for lighter option)
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2 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Mix Dry
In a bowl, combine oat flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking powder, salt, and sweetener.
3️⃣ Mix Wet
In another bowl, whisk eggs, Greek yogurt, melted coconut oil, and vanilla.
4️⃣ Combine
Fold wet into dry until smooth. Stir in chocolate chips if using.
5️⃣ Bake
Pour batter into pan. Bake 18–22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean (slightly fudgy is best).
6️⃣ Cool
Let brownies cool at least 10–15 minutes before slicing.
📊 Approximate Macros (Per Brownie, 12 pieces)
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Calories: 150–170
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Protein: 12–15g
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Carbs: 12–15g
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Fat: 6–8g
🔥 Make Them Even Higher Protein
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Add ½ scoop extra protein powder (reduce flour by 2 tbsp)
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Blend ¼–½ cup cottage cheese or Greek yogurt into batter
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Top with protein frosting (Greek yogurt + cocoa + protein powder)
