Protein-Rich Brownies

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A friend of mine was recently diagnosed with liver cancer and her diet became more restrictive. After doing some research, I found that more protein could help so I came up with these so that she could have a relatively healthy treat with her healthy diet.

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
1 9-inch baking pan
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 1 cup mixed nuts

  • 1 cup brown sugar

  • ½ cup flaxseed oil

  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 3 eggs

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • 1 cup almond flour

  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 ounces 70% dark chocolate, broken into small pieces

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch baking pan.

  2. Spread mixed nuts onto a baking sheet.

  3. Toast in preheated oven until nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool.

  4. Mix brown sugar, flaxseed oil, and butter together in a bowl until creamy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, whisking well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract. Add 2/3 cup toasted nuts, almond flour, cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, dark chocolate, and baking powder; mix batter well.

  5. Pour batter into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle remaining 1/3 cup toasted nuts on top.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 20 minutes.

Cook's Note:

Substitute sunflower oil for the flaxseed oil if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

266 Calories
21g Fat
19g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 266
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21g 26%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 43mg 14%
Sodium 135mg 6%
Total Carbohydrate 19g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 11g
Protein 6g 11%
Calcium 59mg 5%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 141mg 3%

* 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.