Cottage Cheese Brownies Recipe
Super fudgy and gooey cottage cheese brownies made with just four ingredients. A protein-packed, healthier twist on a classic treat that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Brownie Base
- 1 cup whipped cottage cheese or blend regular cottage cheese until smooth
- 1 cup natural almond butter creamy, no added sugar or salt
- ½ cup cocoa powder Dutch-processed or dark cocoa
- ¾ cup sugar white or brown sugar
Optional Mix-Ins
- ½ cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate optional topping or mix-in
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whipped cottage cheese, almond butter, cocoa powder, and sugar until smooth and glossy.
- If using any optional mix-ins, gently fold them into the batter.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top if desired.
- Bake for 25 minutes. The edges should be set, and the center slightly soft. A toothpick should come out mostly clean.
- Let the brownies cool completely in the pan before slicing into 12 pieces.
Notes
- Blend cottage cheese if using regular, to ensure a smooth batter.
- Avoid overbaking to maintain fudgy texture.
- Brownies store well in the fridge for a week or in the freezer for months.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder or vanilla extract to enhance chocolate flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 12gFat: 13gSodium: 108mgPotassium: 304mgFiber: 5gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 106mgIron: 2mg
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