Fudgy Protein Brownies (High-Protein Double Chocolate Bake)
These Double Chocolate Protein Brownies satisfy deep bakery chocolate cravings with a truly fudgy, dense chocolate texture. Made with wholesome oat flour, dark Dutch cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, and Greek yogurt, they fold in semi-sweet chocolate chips for double the chocolate indulgence. Baked in 20 minutes and sliced into 9 rich squares, each brownie delivers 10g of verified protein.
Why this is a Great Meal
Fudgy Bakery Texture: Genuine baked brownies with a rich, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate center.
10g Protein per Square: 90g protein across the batch from chocolate whey and Greek yogurt.
Double Chocolate Indulgence: Dutch cocoa powder combined with melted dark chocolate chips.
Wholesome Baking Staples: Naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and whole oat flour.
Instructions
- 01
Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting.
- 02
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk oat flour, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sea salt.
- 03
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk Greek yogurt, maple syrup, almond milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- 04
Combine and Fold Chips: Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir with a spatula until just combined (do not overmix). Fold in half the dark chocolate chips.
- 05
Bake: Spread batter evenly into the prepared pan, smooth top, and sprinkle with remaining chocolate chips. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- 06
Cool and Slice: Let cool completely in the pan for 15 minutes before using parchment handles to lift out and slice into 9 squares.
- ✦Do Not Overbake: Protein powders dry out if overbaked; remove from the oven when a toothpick has moist crumbs (around 18–20 mins).
- ✦Cool Before Slicing: Allowing brownies to cool fully sets the fudgy structure and prevents crumbling.
- ✦Food Safety: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Using a Different Baking Pan?
Convert between round, square, loaf, and rectangular pans with exact surface area math and batter scaling.
Baking by Weight?
Ensure consistent crumb and rise by converting cup measurements into exact grams.
Easy Variations
Walnut Fudge Brownies
Fold in 1/4 cup chopped raw walnuts for classic bakery walnut brownie crunch.
Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies
Swirl 2 tablespoons warmed peanut butter across the top batter before baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use 100% whey protein powder?
A: A whey-casein blend or whey protein works best. Be careful not to overbake as pure whey can dry out if baked too long.
Q: How should I store protein brownies?
A: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days, in the fridge for 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Q: Are these brownies gluten-free?
A: Yes, as long as you use certified gluten-free oat flour.
Nutrition
Approximate values — meant as a guide, not a verdict.
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