These Cottage Cheese Magic Cookie Bars are a delightful layered dessert that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with the sweetness of chocolate and coconut. Perfect for a healthy holiday treat, these high-protein sweet bars are a great way to indulge without the guilt.
Delicious Cottage Cheese Magic Cookie Bars
This recipe features a delicious combination of graham cracker crust, a creamy cottage cheese layer, and a topping of chocolate chips and coconut. It’s an easy-to-make dessert that serves 12 and is perfect for gatherings or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- Make the Crust: In a bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Prepare the Filling: In a separate bowl, blend the cottage cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth. Pour this mixture over the graham cracker crust.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the chocolate chips, shredded coconut, and nuts (if using) evenly over the cottage cheese layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
