Healthy Vegan Protein Brownies

HEALTHY VEGAN PROTEIN BROWNIES

SERIOUSLY TASTY PROTEIN BROWNIES.

If, like us, you appreciate a healthy treat that doesn't overload on sugar and artificial ingredients, our Chocolate Protein Brownies might just become your new favorite indulgence! Baking with protein can be tricky sometimes, but after experimenting with various protein brownie recipes, we’ve crafted a brownie that strikes the perfect balance between taste, texture, and a healthy balance.

RECIPE

Makes 8-10 brownies

Ingredients:

Dry Ingredients:

  • 125g spelt flour (or plain flour)
  • 50g cocoa powder (or raw cacao powder)
  • 20g Plant-Based Chocolate Protein Powder (Thrive)
  • 15g of Stevia

Wet Ingredients:

  • 60g melted coconut oil
  • 120g coconut milk
  • 1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flax, 3 tbsp water; let sit for 5 min)
  • 40g peanut butter (or soy butter)
  • 15g agave nectar (or honey)

To be added at the end:

  • 20g cacao nibs
  • 20g dairy-free chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Prepare Pan: Line a 8-10 inch square or round tin with parchment paper.
  3. Make Flax Egg: Prepare the flax egg by combining 1 tbsp ground flax with 3 tbsp water. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In one bowl, combine spelt flour, cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, and stevia.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil, coconut milk, flax egg, peanut butter, and agave nectar. Add the flax egg last.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing well. Add cacao nibs and chocolate chips.
  7. Press into Pan: Press the mixture into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. The mixture should be around 2-3 inches thick.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes.

Enjoy your delicious and protein-packed chocolate brownies!