Healthy Cottage Cheese Brownies Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Total Time: 30-35 minutes

These easy cottage cheese brownies are a delicious and nutritious twist on traditional brownies. Made with cottage cheese, they are a great option for those looking for healthy sweets recipes or weight watchers desserts without sacrificing flavor.

This recipe is perfect for anyone seeking protein desserts or cottage cheese dessert recipes. They can be made as single serve desserts or in larger batches, making them versatile for any occasion.

Delicious Cottage Cheese Brownies

These brownies are moist and fudgy, thanks to the cottage cheese, which adds protein and reduces the fat content. The recipe is simple and takes about 30 minutes to prepare and bake, yielding a delightful treat that satisfies your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup almond flour or whole wheat flour
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking pan.
Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, honey, applesauce, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Blend until smooth.
Add Flour: Stir in the almond flour until fully incorporated. If using, fold in the dark chocolate chips.
Bake: Pour the brownie batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool in the pan before cutting into squares. Enjoy as a healthy dessert option!