Description
Indulge in these delicious Protein-Packed Peanut Butter Brownies that are not only rich in flavor but also provide a boost of protein. Perfect for a guilt-free dessert or snack.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- ½ cup chocolate protein powder
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips or chunks (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Add protein powder, cocoa powder, salt, and baking soda. Stir until just combined into a thick batter.
- Stir in chocolate: Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until the edges are set and the center looks just slightly underbaked.
- Cool and slice: Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares.
Notes
- Use chocolate or vanilla protein powder based on flavor preference.
- For extra texture, sprinkle chopped nuts or swirl in more peanut butter before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
