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Protein Brownie Batter Dip - A Quick, Chocolatey Snack You’ll Love

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Plain Greek yogurt (2% or 0% both work; 3/4 cup)
  • Chocolate or vanilla protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based; 1 scoop, about 25–30 g)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder (2 tablespoons)
  • Nut or seed butter (peanut, almond, cashew, or sunflower; 1–2 tablespoons)
  • Maple syrup or honey (1–2 tablespoons, to taste)
  • Milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy; 1–3 tablespoons to adjust thickness)
  • Vanilla extract (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Pinch of salt (brings out the chocolate)
  • Optional add-ins: mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, cacao nibs, espresso powder, cinnamon
  • For serving: sliced apples, strawberries, pretzels, rice cakes, graham crackers, or banana coins

Method
 

  1. Mix dry ingredients. In a medium bowl, whisk together the protein powder, cocoa powder, and a small pinch of salt. This helps prevent clumps.
  2. Add the base. Stir in the Greek yogurt and vanilla until mostly smooth. It will look thick—totally normal.
  3. Sweeten and enrich. Add the nut butter and maple syrup. Mix until glossy and uniform.
  4. Adjust texture. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring after each addition, until you reach a creamy, dip-able consistency. Aim for thick brownie batter.
  5. Taste and tweak. Add more sweetener if you like, or a dash more cocoa for extra intensity. Fold in any optional add-ins.
  6. Serve. Spoon into a bowl and top with a few chocolate chips or a sprinkle of cocoa. Serve with fruit, pretzels, or whatever you love to dip.