Cottage Cheese Brownies
Cottage cheese brownies are a fudgy, protein-packed dessert with a rich chocolate flavor. A healthier twist on classic brownies!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- 8x8 Baking Pan
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese blended until smooth
- 2 eggs large
- 1/2 cup sugar or sweetener of choice
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder unsweetened
- 1/2 cup flour all-purpose or whole wheat
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips dark or semi-sweet
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts walnuts or almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, blend cottage cheese, eggs, and sugar until smooth.
- Stir in cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
- Pour batter into prepared baking pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- Let cool before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
For a lower-sugar version, use a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup. These brownies taste best when slightly fudgy—avoid overbaking!