30 Minuten
15 Minuten
Nutritional values per serving
Instructions
Into the oven! Bake your protein brownies at 180°C for about 30 minutes.
Important: The brownies should still feel soft. They will firm up as they cool. Don’t overbake, or you’ll end up with more of a chocolate cake.
Recipe Note
Tip: If your protein brownies start browning on top before the baking time is up, you can cover them with foil.
About this Recipe
Making protein brownies has never been this easy and delicious! Our vegan protein brownies are simply the best:
- They’re suuuuper moist!
- Vetain’s protein powder turns them into real protein bombs and keeps you full longer. Plus, it’s gut-friendly and packed with nutrients.
- Kidney beans and nut butter boost the protein content even more! And don’t worry – you won’t taste the beans at all!
- Nut butters also contain fats that are great for your body.
By the way: You’ll find this and other recipes on marias.kitchenstories on Instagram! Check it out and get inspired!
Our Protein Powder: Vetain’s Vegan Protein Cocoa
Let me introduce: Vetain’s Vegan Protein Cocoa – the clean protein powder at a glance:
- Premium 5-component protein: rice, pea, hemp, pumpkin seeds, and flaxseed
- high-quality organic ingredients
- delicious, natural flavor from real ingredients
- free from allergens and artificial additives & sweeteners
- suitable for sensitivities
- top quality: made in Germany under strict standards and lab-tested
- great nutrition: 361 kcal and 66 g protein / 100 g
- super tasty: premium cocoa powder and natural cocoa flavor for an intense, natural taste
We may be a little biased, but Vetain’s protein powder is the perfect ingredient for protein brownies. It not only tastes great but also fuels your body with high-quality protein to take your bake to the next level!
Substitution Table
How often do we want to cook a recipe only to be missing ingredients or dislike certain ones? Here’s a substitution table to help you adjust the recipe to your liking! Swap out ingredients as you see fit!
- Kidney beans → black beans, chickpeas (add a little more liquid)
- Dates → very ripe bananas, applesauce
- Plant-based milk → any type of milk, plant-based or dairy
- Cashew butter → almond butter, peanut butter
- Chocolate protein powder → other protein powders like vanilla or hazelnut, or simply flour
- Raw cacao → regular cocoa powder
- Cream of tartar baking powder → regular baking powder
Our protein brownies are vegan, but of course, you can use animal products if you prefer!
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Are the protein chocolate brownies healthy?
Compared to traditional brownies, our protein brownies contain more important nutrients such as protein, healthy fatty acids, and fiber. That's why we affectionately call them our “fitness brownies.”
Why add protein powder to brownies?
It makes them more filling and provides a boost of high-quality protein to support energy levels and muscle metabolism.
Can I substitute or omit the protein powder?
Yes, check the substitution table above. You can easily swap it with flour. But keep in mind: that will turn your protein brownies into regular brownies without the extra protein.
Does baking damage the protein powder?
Nope – feel free to bake your brownies with our protein powder. The proteins remain intact, and you’ll still benefit from its great qualities. In fact, we often recommend baking with our protein powder to boost protein content easily and meet your daily needs.
How should I store the brownies?
Stored airtight, our brownies will last a few days in the fridge!
*Raw cacao differs from baking cocoa in its nutrient content. Raw cacao is processed gently, preserving its antioxidants and minerals.
**We prefer cream of tartar baking powder because, unlike regular baking powder, it contains no added phosphates.
