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Fudgy Cottage Cheese Brownies (High Protein)

Close-up of a rich, dark, fudgy Cottage Cheese Brownie slice with a crackly top, served on a white plate.
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Make dense, fudgy brownies that pack a protein punch using cottage cheese. This recipe hides the cheese completely for a satisfying chocolate fix.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226g) full-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup (75g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup (85g) chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. Place the cottage cheese in a food processor or high-powered blender. Process until completely smooth, with no visible curds remaining. This step is key for a smooth texture.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until combined.
  4. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture and whisk until smooth.
  5. Stir in the smooth cottage cheese mixture until fully incorporated into the wet ingredients.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder and flour.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing only until just combined. Do not overmix.
  8. Fold in the chocolate chips, if using.
  9. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  10. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, not wet batter.
  11. Let the brownies cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before lifting them out using the parchment overhang and cutting them into squares.

Notes

  • For the fudgiest texture, ensure your cottage cheese is processed until it is perfectly creamy before adding it to the batter.
  • This recipe yields high protein brownies that taste like a classic dessert.
  • Cooling the brownies completely before cutting prevents them from crumbling.

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