Protein Brownies with M&Ms

A fudgy, gooey protein brownie recipe made with healthy fats and unrefined sugar with an added protein boost topped with mini M&Ms.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 292kcal

Author Amee

Equipment

8x8 baking dish
Parchment paper

Ingredients

¾ cup all-purpose flour King Arthur Measure for Measure GF All-Purpose flour is a recommended choice for a gluten-free variation
¼ cup chocolate whey protein
2 tablespoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon espresso powder
8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips melted and cooled
½ cup avocado oil
⅔ cup coconut sugar
2 eggs room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup mini M&Ms
cooking spray I used avocado oil spray

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Line the bottom of an 8x8 square baking dish with parchment paper and spray the pan with cooking oil spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, and espresso powder until blended.
Pour the chocolate chips into a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute, stir, and continue microwaving in 30 second increments until chocolate is melted and smooth. Allow melted chocolate to cool to room temperature.
In a separate bowl, whisk the melted chocolate, oil, and coconut sugar until smooth.
Then, stir in eggs, vanilla, and salt until mixed.
Fold in the flour mixture with a silicone spatula or sturdy wooden spoon until just combined and pour into the parchment-lined baking dish. Sprinkle with M&Ms and bake for 25 minutes. Cool and enjoy!

Notes

To adapt these brownies to your specific dietary needs and lower the calories, carbs, and sugar, you can use sugar-free semi-sweet chocolate chips. Hershey's, Lily's, and Hu offer sugar-free, keto-friendly chocolate chips. *Note: I have not tested this recipe with chocolate chips with alternative sweeteners.

*See the recipe tips section in the post for other helpful suggestions.

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