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Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies Recipe

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Discover how to make fudgy Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies that pack extra protein without sacrificing taste. This easy recipe combines blended cottage cheese with cocoa, flour, and natural sweeteners for a healthier sweet treat that satisfies chocolate cravings while boosting protein intake. Perfect for those seeking a balanced indulgence and adaptable for gluten-free or vegan-ish variations.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup melted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (natural or Dutch-processed)
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat pastry flour or all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free flour blend)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar or coconut sugar

Optional Add-Ins

  • Chocolate chips (a handful)
  • Chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • A pinch of espresso powder
  • Protein powder (reduce flour accordingly if added)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly to prevent sticking.
  2. Blend the Cottage Cheese Base: Place 1 cup of cottage cheese into a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth to avoid lumps in your brownies.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk 2 large eggs until slightly frothy. Stir in the blended cottage cheese, melted butter or coconut oil, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until uniformly combined.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk to ensure an even distribution and no lumps.
  5. Sweeten the Batter: Add the brown sugar to the dry ingredients and mix well so it coats the flour and cocoa evenly.
  6. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredients bowl. Stir gently and just until combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the brownies fudgy.
  7. Add Optional Ingredients: Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, espresso powder, or protein powder if desired, adjusting flour quantity if adding protein powder.
  8. Bake: Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 20–25 minutes. Check at 20 minutes by inserting a toothpick – it should come out with a few moist crumbs to ensure fudginess.
  9. Cool and Slice: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then lift out using the parchment paper and place on a wire rack. Slice when slightly warm or at room temperature for cleaner cuts.

Notes

  • Blend cottage cheese thoroughly to avoid curds for a smooth brownie texture.
  • Do not overbake; a toothpick test with moist crumbs ensures fudgy brownies.
  • Use fresh cocoa powder and baking powder for the best rise and flavor.
  • Cool brownies before slicing to prevent falling apart.
  • Adjust sugar levels to taste, or sprinkle chocolate chips on top before baking.
  • For gluten-free, substitute with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • To make vegan-ish, replace eggs with flax eggs but expect a denser texture.

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