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Protein Powder Brownies with Cottage Cheese

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Cook Time 22 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips optional
  • Pinch of salt

Method
 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent the brownies from sticking.
Step 2: Blend the Cottage Cheese
  1. Add the cottage cheese to a blender or food processor and blend until completely smooth. This step ensures the brownies have a creamy texture without visible curds.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, eggs, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract. Whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Step 4: Add the Dry Ingredients
  1. Add the chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt to the bowl. Stir until a thick brownie batter forms.
Step 5: Fold in Chocolate Chips
  1. If using chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter. This adds bursts of melted chocolate throughout the brownies.
Step 6: Bake the Brownies
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly. Bake for about 18–22 minutes, or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
Step 7: Cool and Slice
  1. Allow the brownies to cool in the pan for at least 10–15 minutes before slicing. This helps them firm up and makes cutting easier.