Lentil Protein Brownies

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Packed with protein, these brownies fill you up better than the real thing and taste just as good. Surprise yourself, and your friends, with a healthy alternative!

Submitted by Leanne
Updated on January 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
1 8-inch square pan
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Ingredients

  • cooking spray

  • 1 (15 ounce) can green lentils, drained and rinsed

  • 3 tablespoons water, or as needed

  • 3 eggs

  • 7 tablespoons white sugar, or more to taste

  • 3 tablespoons margarine (such as Smart Balance®)

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 6 tablespoons cocoa powder

  • 5 scoops vanilla protein powder

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat bottom and sides of an 8-inch baking pan with cooking spray.

  2. Place lentils and water in a blender; puree into a smooth paste.

  3. Transfer lentil paste to a large bowl. Mix in eggs, sugar, margarine, and vanilla extract. Stir in cocoa powder and protein powder until batter is thick and well-combined. Pour into the prepared pan.

  4. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 25 to 30 minutes.

Cook's Notes:

Substitute chocolate protein powder for the vanilla powder if desired.

You can use 2 eggs and 1 egg white instead of 3 whole eggs if preferred.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

133 Calories
4g Fat
11g Carbs
15g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 133
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 39mg 13%
Sodium 134mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 3g 9%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 15g 30%
Calcium 9mg 1%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 45mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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