Protein Brownie Post Workout Treat
These protein brownies combine rich chocolate and nutty almond butter, making them an easy and satisfying post-workout snack.
Ingredients
For the brownies
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter, softened (for greasing the pan) Use to grease the baking pan.
- ¾ cup All-purpose flour
- ¾ cup Cocoa powder Make sure it's fresh for best results.
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ cup Vanilla protein powder
- 1 ⅓ sticks Unsalted butter (1 stick plus 5 tablespoons)
- ½ cup Almond butter, creamy For mixing into the brownies.
- 1 ¼ cups C&H® Light Brown Sugar, packed
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 large Egg yolk Adds richness.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ¾ cup Mini chocolate chips
For the chocolate drizzle
- ¼ cup Almond butter, creamy For drizzling.
- ½ cup Bittersweet chocolate chips Adds richness to the drizzle.
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter For melting with chocolate chips.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease an 8x8-inch baking pan with the softened unsalted butter.
Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, salt, and vanilla protein powder. Stir until well mixed.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, melt the unsalted butter and almond butter together until smooth.
- Add the packed light brown sugar and stir until fully incorporated.
- Whisk in the eggs and egg yolk until fully combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Ingredients
- Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a rubber spatula until no dry flour is visible.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips.
Bake
- Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth it into an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Prepare Chocolate Drizzle
- Combine the bittersweet chocolate chips and unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in short bursts until melted and smooth.
Finish Brownies
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then place them on a wire rack.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture over the top and let it set before slicing.
Notes
Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. For a different twist, try adding nuts or using different types of chocolate.