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High Protein Brownie Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars Recipe

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4.8 from 107 reviews
  • Author: Aiden
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 9 bars (3x3-inch pieces) 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These High Protein Brownie Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Bars combine the best of both worlds: fudgy brownies layered with rich, chocolate chip-studded cookie dough. Packed with protein powders and made with wholesome ingredients like coconut flour and Greek yogurt, this dessert offers a nutritious twist on a classic treat. Perfect for a satisfying snack or dessert that fuels your body and delights your taste buds.

Ingredients

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Flax Egg

  • 1 Tbsp flaxseed meal
  • 2 Tbsp water

Cookie Dough

  • ¾ cup (90 g) soy protein powder
  • ¼ cup + 1/8 cup (33 g) coconut flour
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sweetener of choice
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 3 Tbsp applesauce
  • ¾ cup milk of choice
  • 2 Tbsp coconut oil (liquid form)
  • 2 Tbsp water
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla or almond extract
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup chocolate chips

Brownie Layer

  • ⅓ cup (26 g) vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder
  • ⅓ cup (24 g) vanilla or unflavored soy protein powder
  • ⅓ cup (30 g) coconut flour
  • ¼ cup (20 g) oat flour
  • 2 Tbsp granulated sweetener of choice
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder (dark chocolate recommended)
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ⅓ cup + 1/8 cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat preferred)
  • ¼ cup + 1/8 cup milk of choice
  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8”x 8” square baking pan by lining or greasing it.
  2. Make Flax Egg: In a small bowl, combine the flaxseed meal and water to create a flax egg; set this aside to thicken.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients for Cookie Dough: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy protein powder, coconut flour, granulated sweetener, and salt.
  4. Melt Coconut Oil: If solid, place the coconut oil in a heat-safe bowl into the warming oven until it liquefies.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients for Cookie Dough: In a separate bowl, combine applesauce, milk, coconut oil, water, and vanilla or almond extract.
  6. Add Flax Egg: Stir the prepared flax egg into the wet ingredients until fully mixed.
  7. Activate Baking Soda: In a small bowl, mix baking soda with lemon juice until it bubbles; immediately add this to the wet mixture.
  8. Combine Cookie Dough: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until thoroughly incorporated.
  9. Chill Cookie Dough: Place the cookie dough mixture in the refrigerator to set while preparing the brownie layer.
  10. Prepare Brownie Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together whey protein powder, soy protein powder, coconut flour, oat flour, granulated sweetener, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  11. Cream Wet Brownie Ingredients: In another bowl, cream together Greek yogurt, milk, and butter until smooth.
  12. Add Remaining Wet Brownie Ingredients: Stir in water, lemon juice, and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture.
  13. Combine Brownie Batter: Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until fully combined.
  14. Spread Brownie Batter: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
  15. Bake Brownie Base: Bake in the preheated oven at 350°F for 5 minutes.
  16. Prepare Cookie Dough Topping: While brownies bake, remove cookie dough from refrigerator and fold in the chocolate chips.
  17. Remove Brownies from Oven: After 5 minutes, take the brownies out of the oven.
  18. Lower Oven Temperature: Reduce oven temperature to 325°F to finish baking with the cookie dough layer.
  19. Layer Cookie Dough: Spread the chocolate chip cookie dough evenly over the hot brownie layer. Optionally, swirl with a toothpick for a decorative finish.
  20. Bake Both Layers: Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 18-20 minutes, or until cookie dough edges turn a light golden brown.
  21. Cool Bars: Allow the brookies to cool completely in the pan so they finish cooking without drying out.
  22. Slice and Serve: Once cooled, slice into bars and enjoy this high-protein treat.

Notes

  • Use nonfat Greek yogurt to keep the bars moist without added fat.
  • Adjust sweetener according to your preference; choose granulated alternatives like erythritol or stevia blends for a low-sugar option.
  • Milk of choice can be dairy or any plant-based milk for lactose intolerance or vegan adaptation.
  • Chocolate chips can be substituted with sugar-free or dark chocolate chips for less sugar.
  • Refrigeration of cookie dough before adding it to brownies helps maintain structure and improves texture.
  • Allowing brookies to cool fully helps them set properly, ensuring clean slicing.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: high protein, brownie bars, cookie dough, chocolate chip, healthy dessert, protein bars, baked dessert

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