Description
Make a quick, fudgy, single-serve protein brownie in the microwave. This recipe yields one high-protein dessert with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon almond flour
- 1 tablespoon sweetener (e.g., erythritol or sugar)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened applesauce
- 1 tablespoon milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 teaspoon melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, sweetener, baking powder, and salt in a microwave-safe mug. Mix dry ingredients well.
- Add the applesauce, milk, and melted oil/butter to the dry mixture. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, if using.
- Microwave on high for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time varies based on microwave wattage. Check after 60 seconds.
- The brownie is done when the edges look set but the center is still slightly soft for a fudgy texture.
- Let cool in the mug for 2 minutes before eating directly from the mug.
Notes
- If the brownie seems too dry, add 1/2 teaspoon more milk next time.
- For a richer flavor, use a casein-based protein powder.
- You can substitute the applesauce with 1 tablespoon of mashed banana for a different texture.
- Prep Time: 3 min
- Cook Time: 2 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 10