Description
Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies are a decadent yet guilt-free dessert that brings together the rich taste of chocolate with a protein boost. These fudgy brownies, made with wholesome ingredients like low-fat cottage cheese and oats, are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your health goals. Ideal for post-workout snacks or cozy movie nights, this recipe is sure to become a favorite for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a blender, combine cottage cheese, oats, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and baking powder; blend until smooth.
- Gently fold in dark chocolate chips using a spatula.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the brownies cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cut into squares and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie (40g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg