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Cottage Cheese Brownies

These Cottage Cheese Brownies are a deliciously decadent yet healthy dessert, packed with protein and made with wholesome ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups whipped cottage cheese Can use cashew cream for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup almond butter Substitute with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter for nut allergies.
  • 1 cup cocoa powder Dutch-processed cocoa yields more depth of flavor.
  • 2/3 cup sugar Consider coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
  • 2 tablespoons sugar Additional for balanced sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8 x 8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the whipped cottage cheese, cocoa powder, almond butter, and sugar until smooth and glossy.
  3. If adding chocolate or chocolate chips, fold them into the batter for extra indulgence.
Baking
  1. Pour the brownie batter into the lined pan and top with extra chocolate chips for an alluring finish.
  2. Bake the brownies for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean.
  3. Allow to cool completely in the pan before slicing into decadent squares.

Notes

Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For optimal freshness, refrigerate them, where they can last up to a week. For freezing, place in a freezer-safe airtight container, separating layers with parchment paper, they will keep for up to 3 months.