Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies
These cottage cheese protein brownies are packed with protein, moist, and chocolatey without the guilt. They are the perfect healthy dessert for when you're craving something sweet and rich.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- 8x8 inch baking pan
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 2 scoops about 60g chocolate protein powder
- 3 tbsp almond flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
- Optional Add-ins:
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder
- 2 tbsp unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 baking pan with parchment paper.
- Blend cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until smooth, about 30-45 seconds.
- Add eggs and maple syrup to the blender and pulse until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, protein powder, almond flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, folding until just combined (do not overmix).
- Gently fold in chocolate chips and any other add-ins.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 18-22 minutes, checking for a moist crumb when inserting a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for at least 30 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a mint chocolate version, add mint extract to the wet ingredients and use mint chocolate protein powder.
For a mocha flavor, add instant coffee powder to the dry ingredients.
Peanut butter swirl option: Drop spoonfuls of peanut butter and swirl into the batter before baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 10gFat: 6g
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