Cottage Cheese Brownies (Print)
Wholesome Cottage Cheese Brownies bursting with protein for a satisfying, feel-good bite.
# Ingredients:
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Optional: toss in some chocolate chips or nuts if you like a crunch
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Just a dash of salt
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Half a teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 big eggs
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1/4 cup no-sugar applesauce
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A quarter cup of honey or a sugar swap (like Stevia), sweeten as you like
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Half a cup plain cocoa powder, unsweetened
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1 cup cottage cheese, go with low-fat or fat-free
# Steps:
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Once you're done baking, let the pan cool off for a few minutes. Then go ahead and slice it into squares.
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Slide it into your already hot oven and cook for around 25 to 30 minutes. Stick a toothpick in and if it comes out clean, you’re good.
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Dump your batter into the greased baking pan and smooth the top out nice and even.
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Stir in nuts or chocolate chips for some extra fun, totally up to you.
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Grab a bowl and throw in cottage cheese, sweetener, cocoa, applesauce, eggs, vanilla, salt, and baking powder. Blend them until super smooth. A hand mixer or blender works great to make it extra creamy.
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Fire up your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray your 8×8-inch pan or just use some parchment paper so nothing sticks.
# Notes:
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Let the whole thing cool down before you cut it up. That way it holds together better and tastes awesome.
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For an even richer treat, mix in some chocolate chips or cut-up nuts before baking.