December 23, 2025

Choc Protein Christmas Brownies

Ingredients


  • 70 g chocolate protein powder
  • 2 tbsp raw cacao powder (replace cocoa 1:1)
  • 170 g smooth peanut butter
  • 5 tbsp milk of choice (add 1 extra tbsp if mixture feels too thick)
  • 3 tbsp maple syrup
  • Optional: ½ tsp vanilla extract or a pinch of salt (helps balance cacao’s bitterness)


For the Chocolate Topping

  • 100 g dark chocolate (70% or higher)
  • 1 tsp coconut oil




Instructions


Step 1

Mix the peanut butter, maple syrup and milk in a large bowl. 


Step 2

Add the protein powder and cacao and mix to form a smooth dough.


Step 3

Roll out between two pieces of baking paper to your preferred thickness. Use a Christmas tree cookie cutter to cut out Christmas tree shapes. Freeze for 30-60 minutes


Step 4

Break up the dark chocolate into a heat-proof bowl and add the coconut oil. Melt in the microwave, then drizzle on top of the chilled brownies ensuring the sides are covered. 


Step 5

Freeze again for around 10 minutes or until the chocolate is set.


Nutrition and Cooking Times


Prep time: 30 minutes | Freeze time: 60 minutes | Total time: 1 hour 30 minutes


Nutrient Value:  Calories: 210kcal | Protein: 10g | Fat: 18g | Carbohydrates: 13g


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