Protein Pumpkin Brownies

Ingredients

• Pumpkin2 cup (320 g)
• Cocoa Powder3 tablespoon (42 g)
• Protein Powder1 scoop (30 g)
• Vanilla Extract1 teaspoon (5 g)
• Salt1 pinch (1 g)
• Ground Cinnamon1 teaspoon (2 g)
• Maple Syrup1/2 cup (100 g)
• Almond Butter1/2 cup (120 g)
• Peanut Butter1 tablespoon (30 g)
• Water3 tablespoon (30 ml)

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   For this recipe you need to have chocolate-flavored protein powder and the pumpkin previously cooked.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Preheat the oven to 356 °F (180 °C) and cover a baking pan with parchment paper.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Mash half of the pumpkin and chop the rest of the pumpkin and set aside.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Mix all the ingredients except the almond butter, peanut butter and water.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Separately, heat the almond butter in the microwave for 20 seconds and add it to the previous mixture and stir until smooth.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Place this mixture on the baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.

7. 7

   Step 7

   For the frosting, mix the peanut butter with the water until the butter is diluted.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Remove from the oven and cover with the frosting.

Diet and Allergen Guide

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Protein Pumpkin Brownies can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for a short breakfast prep window. Reheat gently or serve cold depending on the recipe style.