Description
Lemon Protein Blondies are bright, refreshing, and packed with zesty lemon flavor and a chewy texture. These gluten-free blondies deliver a powerful protein boost, perfect for a wholesome post-workout treat or a sunny afternoon pick-me-up. Made with simple, clean ingredients, they are easy to make and irresistibly satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper to ensure easy removal later.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, melted coconut oil or butter, honey or maple syrup, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution.
- Fold Dry Ingredients into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the blondies light and chewy.
- Bake and Cool: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow blondies to cool completely before slicing to maintain chewy texture.
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the most vibrant lemon flavor.
- Measure protein powder accurately to avoid dryness.
- Do not overbake to ensure moist and chewy blondies.
- Cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Store in an airtight container to keep fresh and chewy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 blondie (1/16 of recipe)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg