Vegan Protein Brownies

This vegan protein brownies recipe is healthy, gluten-free, and flourless! They are super fudgy, moist, and rich. The easy recipe is made with one bowl and only 7 ingredients. It uses pantry staples like peanut butter, chocolate protein powder, and mashed banana. They make a great high protein treat and post-workout dessert!

I love finding new ways to incorporate protein powder into desserts. Oftentimes, it’s a sneaky way to get more protein in your diet without even noticing! You may have tried my Protein Truffles or Chocolate Protein Cookies already, but these Protein Brownies are certainly my favorite.

Now, I’m not going to pretend they taste exactly like the classic, buttery, sugar-filled brownies we all know and love. However, I will say they’re shockingly delicious for how clean the ingredients are! It’s surely the healthiest way to satisfy your brownie cravings.

These protein powder brownies are incredibly rich, fudgy, dense, and moist. You’d never guess that the recipe is made with whole foods, like overripe bananas and creamy peanut butter. There’s no flour, no eggs, and no oil needed!

These protein brownies are:

• Vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and grain-free
• Ultra fudgy, moist, dense, and rich
• A flourless brownie recipe
• Made with one bowl & only 7 ingredients
• Refined sugar-free // no added sugar
• A healthy post-workout dessert

Ingredients in protein powder brownies

• Banana: Mashed overripe bananas are the main ingredient. Make sure to use bananas that are soft and spotty. They will produce a sweet flavor and moist, fudgy texture.
• Peanut butter: I recommend using peanut butter, but other nut butters will work just as well. Try almond butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
• Cocoa power: Cocoa powder provides the rich, chocolaty flavor. Instead of cocoa, you can also use cacao powder.
• Chocolate protein powder: The key ingredient! Use your favorite chocolate protein powder. If you are vegan, make sure it is plant-based. If you do not follow a vegan diet, you can use whey protein instead.
• Chocolate chips: Use regular chocolate chips for the sweetest flavor. Replace them with stevia-sweetened chocolate chips if you want to make it with no refined sugar.
• Vanilla: A dash of vanilla extract makes them sweeter without added sugar.
• Salt: Salt enhances the rich chocolate flavor.

How to make vegan protein brownies

For the full ingredient measurements and step-by-step instructions, scroll down to view the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 7×7 or 8×8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.

Next, in a large bowl, add mashed banana, peanut butter, cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix together until evenly combined. Then, add the chocolate chips. Mix together.

Then, pour brownie batter into the baking dish. Spread across the pan in an even layer. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top, if desired.

After, bake brownies for 40-45 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool inside the pan. Once cooled, gently lift the parchment paper to remove the brownies from the pan. Slice and enjoy!

Tips for making the best flourless brownies

Use overripe bananas. Make sure you use bananas are that overripe. This will create the sweetest flavor and most fudgy texture. The banana peels should be soft and yellow with brown spots all over them.

Use your favorite protein powder. Be sure to use a protein powder brand that you truly enjoy. Since these vegan protein brownies are made with minimal ingredients, you’ll be able to taste the flavor of whatever powder you use.

Add toppings. Feel free to top the brownie batter with extra chocolate chips or any ingredient of your choosing! Try crushed walnuts, pecans, shredded coconut, or even sprinkles.

Cool protein brownies before slicing. They are delicate while warm, so let them cool completely before slicing.

Recipe variations for protein brownies

Customize these healthy brownies by making them nut-free or refined sugar-free.

• Nut-free: replace the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini
• Refined sugar-free: use stevia-sweetened chocolate chips
• No banana: swap the mashed banana with mashed sweet potato or pumpkin

How to store healthy protein brownies

Store leftover protein powder brownies inside a sealed container in the refrigerator. Enjoy within 3-5 days.

If you would like to save them longterm, store inside a ziplock bag in the freezer. Enjoy within 1 month for the best flavor and texture.

More healthy brownie recipes

• No Bake Vegan Brownies
• Vegan Banana Brownies
• No-Bake Snickers Brownies
• Brownie Protein Bars
• Cosmic Brownie Bites
• No Bake Turtle Brownies
• No Bake Brownie Bites

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