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Fudgy High Protein Brownies

These fudgy brownies are the perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition, made with wholesome ingredients and packed with protein, making them an ideal guilt-free dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 9 squares
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Brownie Ingredients
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter Choose your preferred nut butter.
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup Adjust to taste for sweetness.
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder Unsweetened cocoa powder works best.
  • 1/4 cup protein powder Use your favorite flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • a pinch salt
  • optional chocolate chips or nuts For added texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a food processor, combine the black beans, almond butter, honey, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. If you'd like, fold in chocolate chips or nuts at this stage.
  4. Spread the batter into a greased or lined 8×8-inch baking dish.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the brownies cool before cutting them into squares.

Notes

Blend the ingredients well to avoid any bean lumps; a smooth batter leads to a better texture. Experiment with different protein powders for flavor variations. Adjust sweeteners if desired.