Introduction
Brownies are one of those desserts everyone loves soft, rich, and irresistibly chocolatey.
But what if you could make them more nutritious, higher in protein, and much more sustainable?
Enter cricket flour brownies: a modern twist on a classic dessert that delivers all the fudgy goodness you expect, plus an eco-friendly boost of complete protein and essential nutrients.
If you’re looking to explore edible insect baking or simply want to add more sustainable ingredients to your kitchen, this recipe is the perfect place to start.
🧑🍳 Ingredients (12 brownies)
- ½ cup (115g) butter
- ¾ cup (150g) sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (30g) cricket flour
- ⅓ cup (35g) cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup (90g) dark chocolate chips (optional but recommended)
🔪 Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Line an 20×20 cm (8×8 inch) baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a saucepan or microwave and let it cool slightly.
- In a bowl, whisk together sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add the melted butter and mix until combined.
- In another bowl, combine flour, cricket flour, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, depending on desired fudginess.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Top with powdered sugar
- Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream
- Drizzle melted chocolate
- Include chopped nuts in the batter
For a protein boost, add 1 extra tablespoon of cricket flour (but note: too much can dry the texture).
🌱 Why Cricket Flour Works in Brownies
Cricket flour blends beautifully with chocolate desserts because of its:
- mild nutty flavor
- high protein content
- micronutrients (B12, iron, calcium)
- sustainable footprint
It improves both nutrition and texture, making brownies slightly denser and richer.
📢 Call to Action
Want more eco-friendly desserts?
Try our Cricket Chocolate Chip Cookies, or explore why edible insects are becoming a sustainable baking staple!
Or this could be another option
