Ingredients in High Protein Brownies
and their nutritional benefits
How to Make High Protein Brownies
instructions
Cocoa powder- Cocoa powder contains polyphenols, a powerful antioxidant that can help with inflammation and lower blood pressure.
Almond flour- Almond flour is a great alternative for gluten-free baking. It is a source of healthy fats and protein. Almonds flour is also high in vitamin E, manganese and magnesium. Vitamin E can help with regulating blood pressure and is a powerful antioxidant.
Coffee- Coffee contains antioxidants that can help lower inflammation and protect against certain diseases. It is the biggest source of antioxidants for most of our population, as we consume a lot of it. Its high content in polyphenols has been linked to reduced types of cancers, type 2 diabetes and heart diseases. Drinking coffee has also been linked to increased cognitive functions and reduced risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson's disease.
Eggs- Eggs are a great source of protein, with about 6g of protein per egg. They contain many vitamins and minerals like calcium, phosphorous, zinc, choline, vitamin B12 among others. Eggs contain antioxidants important for eye health: lutein and zeaxanthin.
1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Mix egg and vanilla extract in a large bowl
3. Add in chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour and mix until fully combined
4. Pour in the coffee and add more as needed to reach brownie batter texture.
5. Fold chocolate chips into the batter
6. Pour batter into a greased or non-stick baking pan. Pro tip: line baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal/serving
7. Bake for 15-17 minutes (less is gooey-er, more is cakier)
8. Top with your favorites- chocolate chips, sprinkles, nuts, drizzles, fruits- the possibilities are endless!
9. Once brownies have cooled, cut into squares and serve warm. Enjoy!
storing tips
Attention all chocolate lovers! Looking for the perfect mid-afternoon snack to satisfy your sweet tooth and growling stomach? We’ve got you. This gooey chocolatey brownie recipe is packed with protein, to make this decadent dessert a little more nutritious, without it feeling like it’s missing anything!
This high protein brownie recipe can double as the perfect snack or delicious dessert. Add some strawberries, and you have a balanced snack that’s sure to make your colleagues jealous!
If you’ve never mixed chocolate with coffee, you must try it! Coffee naturally enhances the flavour of chocolate to bring this chocolate brownie to the next level. The almond flour helps keep the brownie moist and soft. The chocolate protein powder doubles as flour in this recipe, and is also our main sweetening agent, so we don’t need to add any other type of sugar!
If you decide to make more, you can easily freeze this recipe. Pro tip: Wrap each brownie individually and freeze. Pop one into the microwave when you're craving something sweet. These brownies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for a couple days, but they keep better if you put them in the fridge. To bring back the gooeyness, pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds!
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If you decide to make more, you can easily freeze this recipe. Pro tip: Wrap each brownie individually and freeze. Pop one into the microwave when you're craving something sweet. These brownies can be stored at room temperature in an airtight container for a couple days, but they keep better if you put them in the fridge. To bring back the gooeyness, pop it in the microwave for 30 seconds!
Customize this recipe
To make this recipe vegan, you can substitute the egg for a flax egg: 1 tablespoon flax meal mixed with 3 tablespoons water.
Make it vegan
Make it fun
Top brownies with your favorite chocolate chips, sprinkles, or nuts.
serving tips
We love to pair this high protein brownie with some fruits for some added texture and health benefits. Fruits are always a good idea to balance out the sweetness of this type of snack/dessert, and bring some freshness!