Chocolate Pudding Protein Brownies (with Instant Pudding)

Chocolate Pudding Protein Brownies (with Instant Pudding)

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch pan with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

2. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 3

3. Beat in eggs, milk, and vanilla.

Step 4

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, instant pudding mix, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

5. Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Don’t overmix—instant pudding thickens quickly.

Step 6

6. Fold in nuts if using.

Step 7

7. Spread batter evenly in prepared pan.

Step 8

8. Bake for 22–27 minutes, checking early (instant pudding sets faster). A toothpick should come out with a few moist crumbs, not wet batter.

Step 9

9. Cool completely before lifting out with parchment and slicing into squares.