Fudgy High-Protein Brownies
These fudgy brownies made with cottage cheese and almond flour are a protein-packed treat that is perfect for a post-workout snack or a healthier dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment.
- Blend the cottage cheese in a blender until completely smooth, about 30–60 seconds.
- Add almond flour, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, applesauce, eggs, vanilla, baking powder, and salt to the blender. Blend until a uniform batter forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips by hand if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into squares.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, replace cottage cheese with silken tofu and use flax eggs. Ensure almond flour is not substituted with regular flour without adjustments.
Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/high-protein-brownies/