Description
A healthier twist on traditional brownies, these Cottage Cheese Brownies are rich, chocolatey, and packed with protein.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Blend cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in sugar, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the greased pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Allow to cool before slicing into squares.
Notes
For a rich dessert, serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream. Can also be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or a week in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg