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This low calorie protein brownie skillet is the BEST macro-friendly dessert. Gooey and so fudgy, this sugar-free protein brownie is also oil-free, egg-free and gluten-free. 263 calories only!
Fudgy macro-friendly brownie for one: the dream of all – fit – chocolate lovers. Low carb, low calories and high protein!
In the oven or air fryer, making this low calorie protein brownie is speedy easy. That’s why this brownie skillet is the ultimate quick-fix dessert for your chocolate cravings!
If you have the sweet tooth but want to stick to your macros, go and make this protein brownie…Now! It has just 281 calories and boasts 30 g of protein. What is more, this macro-friendly brownie is also sugar-free, oil-free and egg-free. Oh, I almost forgot: no bananas either!
Protein brownie skillet ingredients
This super chocolatey low calorie brownie calls for the following ingredients:
- Greek yogurt
- Protein powder
- Oat flour
- Cocoa powder
- Granulated sweetener
- Baking powder
- Pinch salt
- Chocolate chips
To keep my protein brownie skillet sugar-free I made this recipe with erythritol. You are free to replace with any granulated sweetener you prefer or swap it out for coconut sugar. I discourage the use of liquid sweeteners, such as maple syrup or honey.
Optionally you can stir in a hint of coffee powder. Actually, you should…If you didn’t know it yet, coffee powder enhances the taste of chocolate desserts – like this low calorie protein brownie.
And for a memorable experience, I recommend serving this macro-friendly brownie skillet with a scoop of ice cream on top. To keep my dessert healthy and sugar-free I used Zero Vanilla Ice Cream (from Prozis, discount code MATTSFIT). No added sugar, low fat, low calorie and insanely delicious.
Which protein powder for low calorie brownie?
This low calorie protein brownie recipe uses whey protein powder.
Whey is probably the best protein powder for this dessert because it mixes very well without lumps. On the contrary, casein or vegan protein powders absorb much more moisture and you’ll probably need to fix the dough with a bit of milk.
As far as the flavor is concerned, my recommendations are: vanilla, chocolate, brownie, salted caramel or peanut butter flavored protein powders. Also unflavored protein powder is perfect, but you will probably need some more sweetener to fix the taste.
How to make macro-friendly brownie skillet
In a bowl stir together Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, granulated sweetener, coffee powder and pinch salt. Mix well until all is combined and you get a smooth mixture.
Stir in protein powder, oat flour, baking powder and mix until combined – if you make this brownie with vegan protein powder or casein you may need to fix the dough with 1 to 2 teaspoons of milk.
Transfer the protein brownie batter to a greased skillet or ramekin and top with chocolate chips.
Bake in hot oven for 10 to 12 minutes at 180ºC (360ºF) or air fry for 8 to 10 minutes at 160ºC (320ºF). Serve warm and top with (sugar-free) vanilla ice cream if you want.
How to make low calorie brownie skillet in the microwave
Although it will come out better in the oven or air fryer, you can also make this protein brownie skillet in the microwave. All you have to do is microwaving your protein dessert on high for 1 minute and 30 seconds to 2 minutes. But keep in mind that your brownie won’t be as fudgy.
Nutritional values
| Calories | 263 Kcal |
| Protein | 32 grams |
| Carbohydrates | 14 grams |
| Fats | 6 grams |
Nutritional values for brownie skillet without ice cream on top.
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- 43g protein low calorie cookie dough
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- Low calorie protein brownie batter
- Coffee protein cheesecake cup
Low Calorie Protein Brownie
Ingredients
- 80 grams (1/3 cup) Greek yogurt
- 20 grams (3 tbsp) protein powder, whey protein powder
- 15 grams (2 tbsp) oat flour, (or any flour)
- 15 grams (2 tbsp) cocoa powder
- 10 grams (1 tbsp) granulated sweetener, (erythritol)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp coffee powder
- pinch of salt, (optional)
- 1 tsp chocolate chips
To Serve (optional)
- vanilla ice cream, (sugar-free, see notes*)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180ºC (360ºF) or air fryer to 160ºC (320ºF).
- In a bowl stir together Greek yogurt, cocoa powder, granulated sweetener, coffee powder and pinch salt. Mix well until all is combined.
- Stir in protein powder, oat flour and baking powder and mix until combined – if you make this brownie with vegan protein powder or casein you may need 1 to 2 tsp of milk to fix the dough.
- Transfer protein brownie batter to a greased skillet or ramekin and top with chocolate chips.
- Bake in hot oven for 10 to 12 minutes or air fry for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Serve warm and top with (sugar-free) vanilla ice cream if you want.
What and how much liquid goes into this?. It’s just dry and crumbly for me.
Hey Wendy,
the precise amount of liquid (can be either milk or extra Greek yogurt) will depend on the protein powder used. Adjust with little extra milk or yogurt until it reaches a smooth texture.
Hope I could help.
Matteo
Just wondering I’m not a coffee drinker do I need the coffee powder?
Hey dear Adele,
thank you very much for your comment. Do not worry if you do not like coffee, you can easily left it out of the recipe. The brownie will still turn out delicious.
Have a great day,
Matteo