High-Protein Cottage Cheese Brownies
Indulgently rich brownies made with cottage cheese for extra protein, perfect for a healthy dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Full-fat for richness or low-fat for lower calories.
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Use Dutch-processed for a deeper flavor.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar.
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Liquid sweetness that can vary in flavor.
- 2 large eggs Use room temperature for better blending.
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour Whole-wheat pastry flour can be used for more flavor.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder For a slight lift.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds comforting flavor.
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Dark chocolate adds richness.
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Adds a nice crunch.
- sea salt For topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan, or line it with parchment.
- Blend the cottage cheese in a food processor until smooth, ensuring no visible curds remain.
- In a bowl, combine the granulated sugar, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla with the blended cottage cheese. Mix until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry mix to the wet mixture until just combined. Fold in optional chocolate chips if desired.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it into the corners.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out with moist crumbs.
- Let the brownies cool on a rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze. Enjoy with a drizzle of maple syrup or a scoop of vanilla Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 90mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
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