Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies
These Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies are a high-protein, gluten-free take on a classic treat. Made with creamy cottage cheese, protein powder, and rich cocoa powder, they’re incredibly fudgy and packed with flavor. Perfect for a post-workout snack or a healthier dessert option!
Ingredients
- ½ cup Cottage Cheese
- ¼ cup Chocolate Protein Powder
- 2 Eggs
- ¼ cup Cocoa Powder
- ¼ cup Coconut Oil
- ¼ cup Coconut Flour
- ¼ cup Sweetener
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- ½ teaspoon Baking Powder
- ¼ cup Chocolate Chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Blend the cottage cheese: Blend the cottage cheese until smooth if it's not already creamy.
- Melt the coconut oil: Melt the coconut oil and set it aside to cool slightly.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, protein powder, coconut flour, baking powder, and sweetener.
- Combine the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
- Make the batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until smooth. Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
- Bake the brownies: Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18-22 minutes, or until the edges are set, and the center is slightly soft.