Want a protein-packed treat after your workout that won’t undo all of your hard work? These power protein brownies are the perfect, slightly sweet treat. Stick around ‘til the end of the video for some of our other favorite high-protein snacks.
Cook Time
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Total Time
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Yield
12 servings
Ingredients
3 bananas, very riped, chopped
15 oz black beans (425 g), rinsed and drained
½ cup dark cocoa powder (60 g)
⅔ cup almond butter (160 g), or nut butter of choice
1 cup almond flour (95 g)
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
¼ cup dark chocolate chips (40 g)
Nutrition Info
Calories 291
Fat 18g
Carbs 25g
Fiber 7g
Sugar 7g
Protein 10g
How to Make It
1. Step
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and line a 8-inch (20 cm) square baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Step
In a food processor, combine the bananas, black beans, cocoa powder, almond butter, almond flour, salt, baking powder, and vanilla. Pulse until smooth.
3. Step
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the dark chocolate chips over the top.
4. Step
Bake for 25 minutes, or until the brownies are set.
5. Step
Let cool, then slice into 12 pieces. Enjoy the brownies immediately, or store in the fridge for 1 week or in the freezer for up to 1 month.