Fudgy Cottage Cheese Brownies
By Liam Carter
These cottage cheese brownies are a deliciously fudgy treat filled with rich chocolate flavor while being a healthier option. Made with wholesome ingredients, including whole wheat flour and cottage cheese, they provide a creamy texture and are lower in butter and sugar compared to traditional brownies. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without the guilt, these brownies are ideal for any occasion, offering a delightful combination of gooeyness and crinkly top that brownies aficionados love.
Ingredients
- •0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or chopped chocolate (melted)
- •1 cup cottage cheese (full fat or 2%)
- •1 tsp vanilla extract
- •1 whole egg
- •0.25 cup butter (melted or avocado oil)
- •0.75 cup milk (at least 2% fat)
- •0.5 cup sugar
- •0.5 cup cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- •0.75 cup whole wheat pastry flour (or King Arthur golden wheat)
- •0.5 tsp baking soda
- •0.25 tsp salt
- •0.33 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- 2
Add cottage cheese, melted chocolate, melted butter, vanilla extract, egg, milk, sugar, and cocoa powder to a food processor.
- 3
Process on high until blended. Avoid cracking the egg directly on melted chocolate or butter in the food processor if those ingredients are hot.
- 4
In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.
- 5
Combine the blended wet ingredients with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 6
Fold in mini chocolate chips.
- 7
Transfer the batter to a 9×9" baking dish lightly oiled or lined with parchment paper.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean or with just a crumb or two.
- 9
Avoid overbaking to ensure a fudgy texture.
- 10
Allow to cool and then slice into 16 brownies.
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
143
Protein
4g
Fat
7g
Carbs
18g
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