Protein Packed Cookie Dough Brownies Recipe
These Protein Packed Cookie Dough Brownies combine the rich, fudgy texture of brownies with a creamy, protein-rich cookie dough layer. Made with wholesome ingredients like Medjool dates, almond flour, and protein powders, this dessert offers a healthier alternative to traditional treats, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings while boosting your protein intake.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 brownies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake, Refrigerated
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Brownie Base
- 8 whole Medjool Dates
- 1/2 cup Almond Flour
- 4 Tbsp Chocolate Protein Powder
- 2 Tbsp Cocoa Powder
- 2 Tbsp Pure Maple Syrup
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup Cottage Cheese (4% or 2% fat)
- 1/2 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
- 1 1/4 cup Almond Flour
- 2 Tbsp Pure Maple Syrup
- 2 Tbsp Cashew Butter
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/3 cup Mini Chocolate Chips (Semi-Sweet)
Instructions
- Prepare the brownie base: Pit the Medjool dates and place them in a food processor. Blend until a sticky paste forms. Add almond flour, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Process until well combined and the mixture comes together into a thick brownie dough.
- Press brownie base into pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Spread the brownie base evenly across the bottom, pressing firmly to create a compact layer. Place it in the refrigerator to set while preparing the cookie dough layer.
- Make the cookie dough layer: In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, almond flour, maple syrup, cashew butter, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy. Fold in the mini semi-sweet chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Assemble the brownies: Remove the brownie base from the refrigerator. Spread the cookie dough layer evenly over the top of the brownie base, smoothing the surface with a spatula.
- Chill to set: Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until the cookie dough layer firms up. This allows both layers to meld together and makes slicing easier.
- Serve: Once set, cut the brownies into squares and enjoy a protein-rich dessert that combines fudgy brownies with creamy cookie dough flavors.
Notes
- If dates are too dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes to soften before blending.
- Use any protein powder variety you prefer, but opt for chocolate and vanilla flavors to complement each other.
- To make it vegan, substitute the cottage cheese with a plant-based yogurt and use vegan protein powders.
- Store these brownies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For firmer brownies, you can freeze them and thaw for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (approx. 1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
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