Soft, chewy, and with a slightly fudgy center, these Protein Blondies are deliciously sweet but pack 10 grams of protein. Made with beef protein powder, these blondie squares are just what you need for an afternoon pick-me-up or full-on dessert.
A Quick Look At The Recipe
- ⏲️Ready In: 20 Minutes
- 👪Serves: 6-7
- 🍽 Calories and Protein: 174 kcals and 10 grams of protein
- 📋Main Ingredients: Almond flour, coconut milk, protein powder, peanut butter, gluten-free baking flour
- 📖 Dietary Notes: Dairy-free and gluten-free
- ⭐ Why You'll Love It: Genuinely fudgy and guilt-free snack that will keep you full for hours.
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If you’ve been looking for gluten-free protein brownies that actually turn out soft instead of dry, these are a solid go-to. They’re quick to mix, made with simple ingredients, and come out fudgy enough to feel like a treat, not a “healthy” compromise.
It’s the kind of recipe that helps you indulge your craving whilst keeping you from grazing throughout the afternoon. I pair it alongside a salted caramel protein shake for maximum protein, and it’s the best pick-me-up. This is the kind of snack I recommend to anyone in my workout programs because it’s fueling, but you also don’t feel like you’re missing sweets. Learn more about how to eat more protein and start fueling up with intention.
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💭Why You'll Love This Recipe
Texture: Between the almond flour and coconut milk, there are enough healthy fats that the high-protein blondies come out moist and fudgy, not dense or crumbly.
Beef protein: Using a beef isolate protein powder means no chalky aftertaste, pure delicious flavor, and a punch of protein. I switched to beef protein from vegan and it’s been a game-changer for less bloating and more energy.
Minimal added sugar: The blondies are sweetened only with maple syrup and chocolate chips. This helps keep them soft and also reduces the processed sugar intake you’d get in a traditional recipe.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Almond flour: You want blanched almond flour and not almond meal or your protein powder blondies will have a grittier texture. Learn more about almond flour versus almond meal.
- Coconut milk: Full-fat coconut milk from a can works best as it’ll give the blondies a better texture. The best thing to do is pop the can into the fridge upside down overnight and then drain the water from the can so that you only have the thick, white cream left.
- Protein powder: This recipe is made with beef protein powder. The kind you choose will change the taste and texture. For best results (and the best flavor!!) use Equip Protein.
- Peanut butter: Use a fresh, natural jar of peanut butter so that it mixes easily. Of course, homemade peanut butter no oil works too.
- Gluten-free baking flour: Regular flour will work in place of gluten-free as well.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Flavor Variations
- Double chocolate brownie: Of course, you can make protein blondies into brownies by using a chocolate protein powder as the base.
- White chocolate: Using white chocolate chips (if you can find dairy-free ones) is a delicious swap, and melting some down to drizzle on top is perfection.
- Toppings: Top your blondies with coconut milk caramel sauce to amp up the dessert factor.
How To Make Protein Blondies
Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter and coconut milk until mostly smooth.
Step 2: Add in all remaining ingredients and mix them together until sticky.
Step 3: Portion the blondie batter in a silicone loaf pan.
Step 4: Bake in the oven until mostly done and then let it cool fully on the counter.
Expert Tips To Make It
This protein blondies recipe tastes best when made with Equip Protein Powder. Not only is there protein really well flavored, but it’s one of the highest quality ones I’ve found, too, and they do a ton of third party testing. If you’re new to beef protein, try it with code mamabear to save some money.
The blondies are ultra soft and fudgy out of the oven and cooled on the counter. The exterior is delicate. I love them best this way.
If you want a blondie that holds together in your hand, you’ll want to chill it in the fridge first.
You want to pull the blondies out of the oven when the center is still soft so that they don’t dry out.
How To Store Them
Leftover blondies can be stored on the counter for up to 48 hours in an airtight container or in the fridge for 5-7 days.
They will firm up in the fridge, so I suggest letting them come to room temperature or heating them lightly to bring back their gooiness.
How To Use Them
Enjoy the blondies as a midafternoon energy boost or a full-on protein dessert.
- If using them as a dessert, I serve mine with coconut whipped cream.
- When I’m using the recipe for fuel and indulgence, I like to pair it with coffee chia pudding or a beef stick to get just a bit more protein in.
- Sometimes, when the blondies harden up too much in the fridge, I totally crumble them up on top of my cookies and cream protein shake.
Cookies and Cream FAQs
Protein blondies can become dry if you’re using a plant-based protein powder or you don’t have enough fats in the recipe. Make sure to use beef protein powder for the fudgiest results and to not overbake the blondies.
Beef protein powder is best when making blondies because it blends so smoothly. Vegan protein powders can have a chalkier taste to them. All protein powder sbind different as well so with vegan powders, you may not need any flour in the recipe.
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Protein Blondies
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Equipment
- 1 8x3 Silicone loaf pan
Ingredients
- ¼ cup Almond flour
- ⅓ cup Beef-based protein
- ½ teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 Pinch Salt
- ¼ cup Coconut milk from a can
- 1 tablespoons Maple syrup
- ¼ cup Peanut butter natural and room temperature
- ⅛ cup Chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons Gluten-free 1:1 baking flour
- 1 teaspoon Water if using Equip protein
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325F.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter and coconut milk until mostly smooth.
- Add in all remaining ingredients and mix them them together until sticky. If using Equip protein powder, you'll need to add 1 teaspoon of water here.
- Portion the blondie batter in a 8x3 silicone loaf pan and top with chocolate chips (if you want)
- Bake in the oven for 25 minutes until mostly done and then let them cool fully on the counter.
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Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
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Shelby Stover says
Totally my favorite way to indulge my sweet tooth. These blondies have gooey centers and a crisp outer shell making them perfect for afternoon cravings.