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Lactation Brownies

By: Rebecca  |  Published: November 17, 2018  |  Updated: January 20, 2021  |   View Our Affiliate Disclosure Policy

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Lactation Brownies are an easy dessert that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer's yeast, and oatmeal! via @sugarandsoulco

Need to boost your breast milk production fast? Try these Lactation Brownies, an easy dessert that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer’s yeast, and oatmeal!

Lactation Brownies are an easy dessert that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer's yeast, and oatmeal!

I’m going to start off by saying that Lactation Brownies aren’t something I ever dreamed I’d be putting on my blog. But here we are and I’m not sorry.

Thanks to a handful of extra ingredients, these fudgy Lactation Brownies are not only delicious but can result in increased milk supply.

Let me say that I am not a medical professional and if you have serious concerns about your milk supply, please seek out a lactation consultant to make sure there isn’t a larger issue.

Also, please note that lactation treats or food of any kinds have not been scientifically proven to increase supply.

Lactation Brownies are an easy dessert that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer's yeast, and oatmeal!

However, since I started eating one brownie per day, along with my oatmeal in the morning (this is the kind I eat) and a blue Gatorade during the day, my milk production has doubled.

It started going up when I was eating my lactation cookies, but these brownies really pack a punch.

Maybe it’s a placebo effect… but I’m not complaining because in my case it has worked and I get brownies!

Lactation Brownies are an easy dessert that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer's yeast, and oatmeal!

What Are Lactation Brownies?

In this case, they’re a box mix that’s been souped-up with a few additional galactagogues that have been said to help increase a mother’s milk supply.

When To Eat Them:

If you’re looking to increase your supply, lactation brownies could be a good option to try and do so. But I recommend speaking with a lactation consultant as well to make sure there isn’t a large issue.

In my case, I’m exclusively pumping so I’m able to measure how much milk I’m producing each day, unlike a mother who primarily nurses.

However, I don’t want to be attached to the pump forever, some days it feels like my life revolves around it.

So in my case, my goal was to create an oversupply to make a large freezer stash so I can stop pumping after a few months but still provide my daughter with breastmilk for several months after that.

Lactation Brownies are an easy dessert that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer's yeast, and oatmeal!

How To Make Lactation Brownies

These lactation brownies are super easy to make and they are often referred to as emergency lactation brownies because they’re made from a box brownie mix.

You’ll begin with the box mix itself and then whatever amount of vegetable oil is called for and either 1 or 2 eggs depending on whether or not you want a fudgy or cake-like consistency.

You’ll also add a touch of vanilla and some chocolate chips if there aren’t any already in the box mix.

Next, we’re going to add in the magic stuff:

  • Coconut Milk – Replace any called for milk or water on the box with a 1/2 cup of coconut milk. You’ll want to use the kind in the carton in the refrigerated section of the grocery store, not the canned kind. Coconut milk is very hydrating and will assist with milk production.
  • Old Fashioned Oatmeal – A lot of lactation consultants recommend adding oatmeal to your diet, usually as a breakfast, but it doesn’t hurt to sneak it into your dessert either.
  • Brewer’s Yeast – This stuff has tons of health benefits from nutritional value to help fight the baby blues, read about them on Verywell Family!
  • Ground Flaxseed – Flaxseed has phytoestrogens that can influence breast milk production.
  • Collagen Peptides – Okay, so this product isn’t a milk supply booster, it’s more just another beneficial product for new moms. Collagen peptides contain the same amino acids as gelatin which is identical to the protein found in skin, nails, hair, bones, cartilage, and joints. I recommend taking this to help with postpartum hair loss.
Lactation Brownies are an easy dessert that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer's yeast, and oatmeal!

How Fast Do They Work?

In my case, I started noticing an increase in supply the next day, some say they work soon and others it takes a little longer.

Can You Freeze Lactation Brownies?

You sure can! Feel free to whip up a batch and put half in the freezer. Enjoy the first half for the next few days and when you run out, pull the others out and let them thaw on the counter before enjoying.

If you’re making these in advance, say before the baby even arrives, just so it’s one last thing you need to worry about, bake the brownies and let them cool.

Then, slice and wrap the brownies individually in plastic wrap then put in a large freezer bag for up to 3 months.

So there you have it, an easy recipe for lactation brownies that will hopefully help boost your milk supply and be a welcome treat during the trying (but beautiful) baby stage.

Also, you burn 20 calories for every ounce of milk you express, so you can feel a little less guilty about indulging!

Variations & Substitutions

Oat Milk – If you’re having trouble finding coconut milk, oat milk is a great substitute!

Coconut Water – This is another great substitute for the coconut milk.

Cake-like Texture – You can use 2 eggs instead of 1 if you prefer more cake-like brownies.

Process The Oats – If you don’t want the hearty texture the oats add, some readers have run the oats through a food processor before adding to the mixture for a smoother final texture!

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Lactation Brownies

Rebecca Hubbell
Lactation Brownies are an easy dessert that helps increase milk production with added ingredients like coconut milk, Brewer’s yeast, and oatmeal!
4.88 from 33 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9 people
Calories 515

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box Fudge Brownie Mix*
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil or according to box directions
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup old fashioned oatmeal
  • 1/4 cup brewer’s yeast
  • 1/4 cup collagen peptides
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips*

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven according to package directions.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together all ingredients until fully combined. Pour brownie batter into a 9×9-inch baking dish and bake according to package directions. 

Notes

  • Choose whatever boxed brownie mix you’d like. I’ve made this recipe with 5 different varieties, all with similar results.
  • Do not add water.
  • Coconut milk is the kind in the carton in the refrigerated section of the grocery store, not the canned kind.
  • You can use 2 eggs instead of 1 if you prefer more cake-like brownies.
  • Collagen peptides are optional.
  • Chocolate chips can be omitted in box mixes that already have them in it.
Ingredient Benefits:
  • Coconut Milk – Replace any called for milk or water on the box with a 1/2 cup of coconut milk (in the carton, not the can). Coconut milk is very hydrating and will assist with milk production.
  • Old Fashioned Oatmeal – A lot of lactation consultants recommend adding oatmeal to your diet, usually as a breakfast, but it doesn’t hurt to sneak it into your dessert either.
  • Brewer’s Yeast – This stuff has tons of health benefits from nutritional value to helping fight the baby blues.
  • Ground Flaxseed – Flaxseed has phytoestrogens that can influence breast milk production.
  • Collagen Peptides – Okay, so this product isn’t a milk supply booster, it’s more just another beneficial product for new moms. Collagen peptides contain the same amino acids as gelatin which is identical to the protein found in skin, nails, hair, bones, cartilage, and joints. I recommend taking this to help with postpartum hair loss.

Nutrition

Calories: 515kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 5gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 189mgPotassium: 65mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 80IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 2.7mg
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  1. Ashley s says

    January 26, 2021 at 10:35 pm

    5 stars
    FTM with a 7 week old baby- I made these to try and save money as lactation snacks are yummy, but expensive. These were delicious and easy! I appreciate you taking the time to create this and share!

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      January 27, 2021 at 2:18 pm

      So glad you enjoyed them, I hope they help!

      Reply
  2. Tiffany Aicher says

    January 24, 2021 at 4:56 pm

    Can I leave the brewers yeast out? I can’t find it anywhere local.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      January 25, 2021 at 8:47 am

      Hi Tiffany, you can since it won’t impact the structure of the brownies, however, they won’t be as effective.

      Reply
  3. Mikesha says

    January 13, 2021 at 1:13 am

    Can i add nuts to this brownie recipe?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      January 15, 2021 at 4:44 pm

      Yes, that should be fine.

      Reply
  4. kayle says

    December 11, 2020 at 11:06 am

    I do not have coconut milk. May i use regular milk?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      December 11, 2020 at 3:12 pm

      Yes, but it doesn’t have the same benefits as coconut milk.

      Reply
  5. Katrina Dickerson says

    November 5, 2020 at 8:51 pm

    Is this 515kcal per brownie?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      November 6, 2020 at 10:37 am

      Yes, when sliced into 9 brownies.

      Reply
  6. Chay says

    October 25, 2020 at 10:55 pm

    Can I use almond milk instead of coconut milk?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      October 26, 2020 at 9:58 am

      You can but it doesn’t have the same benefits.

      Reply
      • Chayna Morris says

        October 28, 2020 at 9:57 pm

        OK. Thank you.

  7. Kei says

    October 5, 2020 at 6:12 pm

    5 stars
    Made these yesterday and they are delicious! I made three batches and plan to make a couple more since I have all the ingredients. On the third batch I tried grinding up the oats in my blender and it made the texture so much better and they were alot easier to cut and wrap. Thanks!

    Reply
  8. Candi Faling says

    September 25, 2020 at 12:53 am

    5 stars
    Before I got the brewer’s yeast I used nutritional yeast and I can tell you right now that this batch I just made today is alot better than the first batch. I am hoping that I can really build up my supply for my 5 week old baby boy. I am just feeling right now that I have failed my son and everything. He has thrush and am hoping that it is almost cleared up.

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      September 25, 2020 at 12:51 pm

      You have not failed, give yourself some grace, those first few weeks are a lot!

      Reply
  9. Amanda says

    September 20, 2020 at 6:35 pm

    I was really excited about making this although I didn’t read instructions thoroughly before shopping. I purchased can coconut milk not carton. Oops. Is it possible to still make this?

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      September 20, 2020 at 6:39 pm

      Hi Amanda, although I have never made it with canned, it should work, just scoop off the creamy top. It also might create a stronger coconut flavor in the brownies.

      Reply
  10. Nyasia K Midgette says

    September 15, 2020 at 6:04 pm

    1 star
    I️ followed instructions as shown.. my brownies wasn’t good at all. Very dry and nasty. I was opening to have something to increase my milk.. 🙁

    Reply
    • Rebecca Hubbell says

      September 15, 2020 at 6:17 pm

      I’m sorry you didn’t enjoy the recipe.

      Reply
  11. Mia says

    August 25, 2020 at 9:31 pm

    I haven’t tried to, but plan to make a batch or two before baby comes. Just a side note, though, you can’t really prevent the hair loss (telogen effluvium) because its just all the hair that you weren’t losing for a while.

    Reply
  12. Christina S Dixon says

    August 13, 2020 at 3:42 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe. I subbed coconut milk for brewed lactation tea and added toasted coconut flakes on top….at this point they’re just dang good brownies that happen to boost lactation! #winner

    Reply
  13. Lindsay says

    August 3, 2020 at 9:27 am

    5 stars
    This was super easy to throw together and I love them! Gooey and chocolatey~yum!!

    Reply
  14. Chris says

    July 31, 2020 at 7:27 pm

    5 stars
    I have been making these since birth and they are delicious!

    Reply
  15. Chris says

    July 31, 2020 at 7:25 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve made these since birth and they are delicious! I have subbed in oatmilk when I dont have coconut milk.

    Reply
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