These High-Protein Chocolate Brownie Cookies are rich, fudgy, and perfectly crackly on top—everything you love about brownies in cookie form. Made with protein powder and Greek yogurt, they’re gym-friendly, filling, and ideal when you want a chocolate fix that actually keeps you satisfied.
Servings & Timing:
- Makes: 8–10 cookies
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
- Total Time: ~20 minutes
Ingredients List:
- ½ cup chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons oat flour (or finely ground oats)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 large egg + 1 egg white
- 3 tablespoons thick Greek yogurt
- 2–3 tablespoons honey or sugar-free syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips (optional but recommended)
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper. -
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, combine protein powder, cocoa powder, oat flour, baking powder, and salt. -
Mix Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together egg, egg white, Greek yogurt, honey (or syrup), and vanilla. -
Combine
Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a thick, brownie-like batter forms. -
Add Chocolate Chips
Fold in dark chocolate chips, if using. -
Shape Cookies
Scoop batter onto the baking tray and gently flatten each cookie. -
Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes. Do not overbake—the cookies will firm up as they cool. -
Cool
Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. This is when the crackly tops appear.
Additional Notes:
- Extra Fudgy: Slightly underbake
- Dairy-Free: Use plant-based protein and coconut yogurt
- Protein Boost: Add 1 tablespoon peanut butter to the batter
- Storage: Store in an airtight container up to 3 days
Protein Info (Approx.):
- 8–10 g protein per cookie
- Low sugar
- Filling and gym-friendly
