Stop Buying Sugar-Packed Brownies! Make These Fudgy Protein Brownies
↓ Jump to RecipeThese protein brownies are soft, fudgy, chocolatey, and made with simple wholesome ingredients! Packed with 10g of protein per square, they are perfect when you want a healthy dessert that still feels like a decadent treat.
You won’t taste the cottage cheese at all! Whisked until smooth and blended with sweet ripe bananas, cocoa, and chocolate protein powder, it gives these brownies an amazingly moist, fudgy texture without heavy butter or refined oil.
Studded with sugar-free chocolate chips for extra gooeyness in every bite, each piece delivers 10 grams of satisfying protein for only 145 calories. Bake up a batch for an easy meal-prep snack or post-workout chocolate fix!
Fudgy Protein Brownies
- 🖼️ 8×8-inch baking pan
- 📄 Parchment paper
- 🥣 Large mixing bowl & whisk
- 🍴 Fork or potato masher
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1Preheat & Whisk Base: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Mash the ripe bananas until completely smooth. In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, cottage cheese, and vanilla extract until creamy.
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2Mix Batter: Add the mashed bananas, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly into a thick, uniform chocolate batter.
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3Fold Chips: Gently fold in the sugar-free chocolate chips with a spatula.
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4Bake: Pour the batter into the lined baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20–25 minutes until the edges are firm and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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5Cool & Slice: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes to set their fudgy texture. Slice into 9 squares and enjoy!
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- 🧀 Smooth Cottage Cheese: If you dislike cottage cheese curds, pulse it in a small blender or food processor before adding to the batter.
- 💪 Protein Powder Type: Whey-casein blend or plant-based chocolate protein powder yields the fudgiest texture without drying out.
- 🥡 Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
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