One-Minute, 100-Calorie Protein Brownie Recipe
This One-Minute, 100-Calorie Protein Brownie is a quick and healthy dessert option perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings without the guilt. Made with canned pumpkin, vanilla protein powder, and unsweetened cocoa, this low-calorie treat is easy to prepare in the microwave and can be enjoyed as a nutritious snack or post-workout fuel.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 to 2.5 minutes
- Total Time: 4 to 5.5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (60g) canned pumpkin
- 1/2 scoop (16g) vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon (5g) unsweetened dark cocoa powder
- 1–2 teaspoons granulated sugar substitute (optional)
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl or mug, combine the vanilla protein powder, unsweetened dark cocoa powder, and granulated sugar substitute if using. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Add pumpkin and combine: Add the canned pumpkin to the dry ingredients and mix until you get a smooth batter, making sure there are no lumps.
- Prepare cooking vessel: If you want to easily remove the brownie after cooking, spray a second mug or bowl with nonstick cooking spray and transfer the batter into it. This step is optional if you cooked directly in the mug.
- Microwave the brownie: Microwave the mixture for 1 to 1.5 minutes if making a single-serving brownie. If doubling the recipe, microwave for 2 to 2.5 minutes. Keep an eye on the mug to prevent overflow during microwaving.
- Cool and serve: Allow the brownie to cool for a few minutes before eating, as it will be hot right out of the microwave. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of sugar substitute according to your taste preference.
- If you don’t have canned pumpkin, you can substitute with pumpkin puree or mashed cooked pumpkin.
- For a fudgier texture, slightly reduce the cooking time but ensure the brownie is cooked through.
- This brownie is best eaten immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
- If desired, add a few dark chocolate chips or a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor.
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