Description
These fudgy protein brownies are a healthier twist on the classic treat, made with Greek yogurt, peanut butter, and protein powder for a deliciously rich and satisfying snack or dessert.
Ingredients
1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt for vegan)
1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
1/2 cup pure maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/3 cup oat flour (blend oats into flour if needed)
1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips for extra richness
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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In a large bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
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Add the cocoa powder, oat flour, protein powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined. The batter will be thick.
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Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips, if using.
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Bake for 20 to 24 minutes, until the edges are set but the center is still slightly soft.
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Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. Brownies will firm up more as they cool.
Notes
Use 1–2 tablespoons more maple syrup if your protein powder is unsweetened.
For a vegan version, use almond milk yogurt and a plant-based protein powder.
For extra flavor, swirl in additional nut butter or add chopped walnuts or dates before baking.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: protein brownies, healthy brownies, gluten-free dessert, fudgy brownies, high-protein snack, Greek yogurt brownies