Protein Powder Brownies
A pumpkin brownie recipe that is made with protein powder. These protein powder brownies are flourless and dairy free. The perfect treat!
Servings 12 brownies
Calories 130kcal
Equipment
- Food Processor
- Baking Tray (8 inch x 8 inch)
Ingredients
- 330 grams pumpkin boiled and skin removed
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder or any protein powder of your choice
- ½ cup cacao powder
- ½ cup peanut butter smooth
- 3 tablespoon monk fruit sweetener refer to blog notes for substitutes
- ½ cup soy milk or any milk of choice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt can be omitted if the peanut butter is already salted
Protein Frosting (Optional)
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder 30 grams
- ¼ cup soy milk or any milk of choice
- 4 tablespoon maple syrup can be substituted for more milk to make it sugar free
Instructions
Make the Pumpkin Puree
- Remove the seeds from the pumpkin and chop it into small pieces.
- Boil for 15-20 minutes until very soft, then drain and let cool.
- Remove the skin and measure out 330 grams of boiled pumpkin.
- Blend the pumpkin with monk fruit sweetener and soy milk until smooth.
Make the Brownie Batter
- Add the pumpkin puree, peanut butter, protein powder, cacao powder, baking powder, and baking soda to a food processor.
- Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Preheat oven to 180°C (356°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
- Pour the thick brownie batter into the tray and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20 minutes, turning halfway for even baking.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely before adding frosting.
Make the Protein Powder Frosting
- In a bowl, mix chocolate protein powder, soy milk, and maple syrup.
- Stir until smooth. If too thick, add a dash of milk to adjust consistency.
- Spread over the cooled brownies before slicing into 12 pieces.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 282mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2399IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 103mg | Iron: 1mg