Whip up this edible brownie batter in just five minutes! This high-protein snack is made with only seven ingredients and can be laced with fun toppings depending on the occasion.
With this protein brownie batter, you get the best of both worlds: a little bit of fuel and a lot of indulgence!
Looking for something rich and indulgent but don’t want to break the bank on your goals? This edible brownie batter is the solution!
Easily whipped up with ingredients you probably already have on hand, this protein brownie batter can be used as a spread or just eaten right off a spoon.
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I can tell you that it’s the perfect blend between a healthy dessert and indulgent fuel.
You’ll fall in love whit this edible brownie batter because it’s:
- Dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan
- Made in just 5 minutes
- Versatile
- A recipe that brings you back to licking the bowl and eating brownie batter before your mom could get them onto a baking sheet!
Ingredients You’ll Need
With only seven ingredients you probably have everything you need on hand to make this edible brownie batter recipe (so long as you have a well-stocked gluten-free pantry).
Vegan protein powder: each protein powder will result in a slightly different texture for the edible brownie batter (learn more below). I use Genuine Health Fermented Protein the most.
Gluten-free 1:1 baking flour: don’t skip this ingredient even though there isn’t a lot! It gives a much better “brownie” feel to the batter.
Cacao powder: though cocoa powder can be used, cacao comes with so many more health benefits! Learn more about the difference between cacao and cocoa powder.
Dairy-free melted butter: for that classic brownie feel, use butter and not oil. I like to use a vegan butter that doesn’t contain seed oils but that’s my personal preference.
Maple syrup: this gives just a hint of sweetness to the protein brownie batter. Though most people use brown sugar, maple syrup helps keep the edible brownie batter just a bit more whole-food based. Note that some of the sweetness of the batter will depend on how sweet your protein powder is.
Dairy-free yogurt: any brand should work but opt for regular non-dairy yogurt and no Greek style yogurt. The Greek yogurt will be too thick.
Vanilla extract: the more potent and pure the vanilla extract the more potent the flavor in the edible brownie batter.
How To Make It
- In a small bowl, mix the protein powder, baking flour, and cacao powder.
- One by one add in the liquid ingredients and mix until thick and sticky.
- Add in any optional fixings.
- Serve immediately as is or with pretzels or apples to spread.
Step By Step Photos
Important Teaching Tips
The kind of protein powder you choose will make a difference to the texture and flavor of the edible brownie batter (learn more about choosing a protein powder for your goals).
Likewise, this recipe uses vegan protein powder which absorbs a lot of liquid. If you swap to a whey protein, know that the brownie batter won’t be as thick.
Make sure the butter is melted before adding it to the batter so that it mixes evenly.
Any non-dairy yogurt should work for the protein brownie batter. Just don’t use a “Greek-style” yogurt as it’ll be too thick.
As is, the recipe is sweet but not too sweet and it will depend a bit on your protein powder just like a vegan mug brownie. If you have a sweet tooth, add in ½ tbs of cane sugar to the mixture.
Cocoa powder works just fine in place of cacao.
Make the edible brownie batter recipe to eat immediately as leftover brownie batter does not store in the fridge (it gets too hard and crusty).
Crucial Products
I’ve used Genuine Healthy Chocolate Protein Powder to make the edible brownie batter.
Genuine Health’s Fermented Vegan Protein Powder is one of my favorites because it helps you truly fuel.
Made with 20 grams of plant-based protein, this vegan protein powder is dairy-free, gluten-free, non-GMO, and certified organic.
But my personal favorite is that this protein is fermented. This normally meals a little less "protein powder bloat" because it helps break down the grains, nuts, and legumes.
This protein powder literally gives you the best of both worlds.
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Add-Ins & Fixings
You can use this protein brownie batter for just about anything: movie night, Christmas, and parties. The best part about it is that you can add in anything to make it festive.
A few of our favorite add-ins are:
- 1 tbs mini chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon espresso powder
- 1.5 tbs crushed candy canes
- 1 tbs sprinkles
- Peanut butter chips
When you’re serving the edible brownie batter you can serve it as is, in shot glasses with mini spoons. Or, you can use it as a spread or protein dip with something like pretzels or apples.
Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).
Frequently Asked Questions About Edible Brownie Batter
So long as there are no eggs in the brownie batter mixture, it is safe to eat. This protein brownie batter contains only ingredients that you can eat uncooked.
Though you may be able to, this edible brownie batter is best eaten raw. If you cook it, it will most likely turn out very dry as there are not a lot of wet ingredients.
Though you can use a different protein powder, it will alter the texture of the edible brownie batter. Vegan protein powder absorbs a lot of liquid which is what holds this brownie batter protein dip together. Using whey protein will change that.
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High Protein Edible Brownie Batter
Video
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tbs Vegan protein powder
- 1 tbs 1:1 Gluten-free baking flour
- 1.5 tbs Cacao powder
- 1.5 tbs Vegan butter melted
- 2 tbs Maple syrup
- 1.5 tbs Dairy-free yogurt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the protein powder, baking flour, and cacao powder.
- One by one add in the liquid ingredients and mix until thick and sticky.
- Add in any optional fixings (see blog post).
- Serve immediately as is or with pretzels or apples to spread.
Notes
- The kind of protein powder you choose will make a difference to the texture and flavor of the edible brownie batter.
- Likewise, this recipe uses vegan protein powder which absorbs a lot of liquid. If you swap to a whey protein, know that the brownie batter won’t be as thick.
- Make sure the butter is melted before adding it into the batter so that it mixes evenly.
- Any non-dairy yogurt should work for the protein brownie batter. Just don’t use a “Greek-style” yogurt as it’ll be too thick.
- Cocoa powder works in place of cacao.
- As is, the recipe is sweet but not too sweet (and it will depend a bit on your protein powder). If you have a sweet tooth, add in ½ tbs of cane sugar to the mixture.
- Make the recipe to eat immediately as it does not store in the fridge (it gets too hard and crusty).
- Makes one dip size portion or three small servings
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Nicola Easterby
This sounds like the ULTIMATE way to get more protein in the day! How delicious!
fitasamamabear
Haha right?!
April
This is delicious and indulgent!! We loved it for snack time with apples!
fitasamamabear
it's totally a nice pick me up!
Stacy
This is so good. It was easy to make and everyone enjoyed it.
fitasamamabear
Happy to hear it!
Sandy
You had me at 5 minutes, and high protein. Love this snack, and easy directions. It was delish!
fitasamamabear
Haha super fast is a necessity in this house lol
Jennifer
Forget the oven, this brownie batter is where it's at! So easy and so good! It cured my chocolate craving and I got a protein boost from it, too!
fitasamamabear
Brownue batter is our new life staple I think haha
Karen Kelly
My teenage daughter loved this and I used her favorite vanilla protein powder. What a treat!
fitasamamabear
Ah that's amazing to hear, glad she loved it!
nancy
wow i can't believe this is an edible brownie batter is dairy-free, gluten-free, and high in protein! Way to go!! i will make again
fitasamamabear
Wahoo! Happy you enjoyed it!
Kris
Oh my goodness was this yummy! The only change I made was using raw honey instead of maple syrup and it came out great. Totally satisfied my cravings!
fitasamamabear
Mmmm that would also be delicious!
tianna
I love that this is high protein but is still healthy and will help with my sweet cravings
fitasamamabear
Everyone needs chocolate in their life!
Lisa
I needed a quick chocolate fix and this edible brownie batter was perfect. Not only was it delicious, but it came together in just a couple minutes.
fitasamamabear
Love it! Chocolate is a life staple.
Katie Jacques
I love this! Super delicious and easy to make!
fitasamamabear
The best!
Caroline
Hi! Would it work to sub an equal amount of yogurt for the butter? Could I also omit the flour?
fitasamamabear
The yogurt should work for the flour just fine. You can omit the flour and it'll be fine just not as thick! Still delicious though.
Shane
This brownie batter recipe was so easy to make. My husband and I loved it! We will definitely be making this again.
fitasamamabear
Happy you enjoyed it!
Gina
Turned out really good. Decadent and guilt-free. Quick fix for sweet cravings. Love the chewy texture.
fitasamamabear
The quick fix is the best part!
Denise
As someone who's into fitness, finding a high-protein dessert that actually tastes good is a rare find. This brownie batter is a game-changer. It satisfies my cravings without derailing my nutrition goals!
fitasamamabear
Wahoo! That's my biggest goal, glad you enjoyed them!
Quinn
Our daughter always begs to lick the bowl when we're baking cakes or cookies, but I don't like the idea of her eating raw eggs from the store. For her birthday last week we decided to do scoops of this brownie batter in place of birthday cake. The kids got to choose their own toppings from a variety we put out. They had a blast!
fitasamamabear
Omg the toppings, you're so clever!! I'm happy I gave you a fun swap, that's amazing.
Kate
So glad I came across this edible brownie butter recipe! It tasted amazing, I cannot wait to make it again.
fitasamamabear
Glad you loved it!