Description
These Cottage Cheese Brownies are a deliciously fudgy treat packed with protein. Made with simple ingredients like almond flour and cacao powder, they are perfect for an easy dessert or a sweet snack. Enjoy a healthier twist on classic brownies!
Ingredients
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- 2/3 cup cottage cheese blended
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup cacao powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet, dark chocolate or milk chocolate)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease it well.
- Blend the cottage cheese until smooth, resembling a thick yogurt consistency. Set aside.
- Whisk together the eggs, vanilla extract, coconut sugar, and maple syrup in a large mixing bowl. Stir in the blended cottage cheese.
- Incorporate the almond flour, cacao powder, and baking soda. Mix until the mixture forms a smooth brownie batter.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a few for topping later if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing it into an even layer. Sprinkle remaining chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 24–26 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean with moist crumbs.
- Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 15–20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Using blended cottage cheese guarantees a smooth and rich brownie texture.
For an extra touch, add nuts or additional toppings to customize your brownies.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg