High Protein Banana Cinnamon Brownie with Chocolate Chips

Thank you for being here — truly. This High Protein Banana Cinnamon Brownie came to life on one of those afternoons when bananas were spotted on the counter, cinnamon was calling, and chocolate felt non-negotiable. I wanted a brownie that felt indulgent but didn’t weigh me down — something fudgy, comforting, and nourishing all at once.

The mashed bananas keep the crumb moist, the cinnamon adds quiet warmth, and the chocolate chips melt into little pockets of joy throughout. If you love healthier desserts that still taste like a real treat, don’t forget to subscribe by email so my newest cozy bakes land straight in your inbox

Overview of Recipe Content

What Is This Brownie?

A soft-baked, high-protein brownie made with bananas, Greek yogurt, oat flour, cocoa powder, and chocolate protein powder — finished with chocolate chips for that classic brownie experience.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• High in protein
• Naturally sweetened
• No refined flour
• Moist, fudgy texture
• Perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert

What Does It Taste Like?

Rich chocolate with gentle banana sweetness, warm cinnamon undertones, and melty chocolate chips in every bite — deeply comforting without being overly sweet.

Nutritional Highlights

• High protein
• Fiber-rich
• Naturally sweetened
• Great post-workout or mid-afternoon

Ingredients

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High Protein Banana Brownie Batter

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• ½ cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup oat flour
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of salt

Add-In

• ¼ cup chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet)

Tools Needed

• Mixing bowl
• Whisk or spatula
• 8×8-inch baking pan
• Parchment paper

How to Make High Protein Banana Cinnamon Brownies

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Step 1: Preheat & Prepare

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients

In a bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Whisk in Greek yogurt, honey, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon until creamy.

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients

Stir in cocoa powder, oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt until just combined.

Step 4: Fold in Chocolate Chips

Gently fold in chocolate chips, reserving a few for the top if you like.

Step 5: Bake

Spread batter evenly in the pan and bake for 22–26 minutes, until edges are set but center is still slightly soft.

Step 6: Cool & Slice

Let cool completely for clean slices — the brownies firm up beautifully as they rest.

What to Serve with These Brownies

• Coffee or espresso
• Greek yogurt with berries
• Cold almond or oat milk
• As a post-workout snack

Tips for Making Them Perfect

• Use very ripe bananas for sweetness
• Don’t overbake — fudgy is the goal
• Let brownies cool fully before slicing
• Use dark chocolate for deeper flavor

Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature: 2 days
• Refrigerate: up to 5 days
• Freeze slices: up to 2 months

General Information

Banana-based brownies have become a modern favorite because bananas add moisture, sweetness, and structure naturally. When paired with cocoa and protein powder, they create a dessert that feels indulgent yet functional — a beautiful balance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this without protein powder?

Yes — replace with ¼ cup oat flour.

Is this gluten-free?

Yes, if using certified gluten-free oats.

Can I make it dairy-free?

Use dairy-free yogurt and chocolate chips.

Is this sweet?

Moderately — perfect for everyday enjoyment.

Conclusion

This High Protein Banana Cinnamon Brownie with Chocolate Chips proves that healthier baking doesn’t have to feel boring or dry. It’s soft, fudgy, chocolatey, and deeply comforting — the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again.

If you loved this brownie, you may also enjoy:

• Cottage Cheese Chocolate Brownies
• Flourless Cottage Cheese Blueberry Cake
• High Protein Banana Cookies

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Nutritional Information (Per Slice – Approximate, 9 slices)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	175
Protein	10g
Fat	6g
Carbohydrates	22g
Fiber	4g
Sugar	10g

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