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Cottage Cheese Brownies Recipe

Cottage Cheese Brownies Recipe
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Delicious and moist Cottage Cheese Brownies that blend creamy cottage cheese with rich cocoa for a healthier twist on a classic dessert. These brownies combine protein-packed cottage cheese with natural sweeteners to create a fudgy, satisfying treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan to prevent the brownies from sticking.
  2. Blend Cottage Cheese: Place the cottage cheese in a food processor or mixer and blend until it becomes smooth and creamy, eliminating any lumps for a better texture.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add granulated sugar, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the blended cottage cheese. Mix until the mixture is smooth and uniform. Then, add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to ensure proper incorporation.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the unsweetened cocoa powder, flour, and baking powder to evenly distribute the leavening and cocoa throughout the batter.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined to avoid overmixing which can make the brownies tough.
  6. Add Chocolate Chips (Optional): Gently fold chocolate chips into the batter if desired, for extra chocolate flavor and texture.
  7. Bake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and spread it out smoothly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares. This helps them set properly and makes for cleaner cuts.

Notes

  • Blending cottage cheese until smooth is key for a fudgy texture without lumps.
  • You can substitute honey with maple syrup for different flavors or to keep it vegan friendly, though eggs make it non-vegan.
  • Use unsweetened cocoa powder to control the sweetness and calories.
  • Chocolate chips are optional but recommended for added chocolate richness.
  • Store brownies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • For a gluten-free version, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend of the same volume.

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