Description
These Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies are a healthy, flourless dessert that delivers a rich chocolate flavor while packing a protein punch. Perfect for anyone looking for a guilt-free treat, they combine cottage cheese and protein powder to create a moist, satisfying, and low-carb brownie. Ideal for fitness enthusiasts, post-workout snacking, or anyone seeking a healthier dessert option.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup protein powder (your favorite flavor)
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 3/4 cup sweetener (your choice)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate
Instructions
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line or grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
- Blend cottage cheese in a food processor or blender until smooth.
- Add eggs, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the cottage cheese and blend until well combined.
- Add protein powder, cocoa powder, coconut flour, sweetener, and baking powder to the mixture, blending until smooth.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate on top.
- Bake for 20-22 minutes, until the top is firm and a toothpick inserted comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Notes
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm in the oven at 350°F for a few minutes.
- Can be made gluten-free and dairy-free by swapping ingredients where needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
