Fudgy Protein-Packed Brownies
Rich and moist brownies made with cottage cheese for an extra protein boost, perfect for a healthy dessert or post-workout snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup almond flour or all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment.
- Blend cottage cheese, cocoa powder, honey (or maple), eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, checking at 18 minutes.
- Let cool in the pan for at least 20 minutes before cutting into squares.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use certified gluten-free flour. For a lower-sugar option, replace honey with erythritol. Allow to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
Find it online: https://www.mealbreeze.com/protein-packed-brownies/