Cottage Cheese Brownies (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped chocolate, melted
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1 cup cottage cheese
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 egg
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1/4 cup melted butter or avocado oil
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3/4 cup milk
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1/2 cup sugar, coconut sugar, or sugar-free alternative
→ Dry Ingredients
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1/2 cup cocoa powder
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3/4 cup whole wheat flour (preferably King Arthur white whole wheat)
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/4 tsp salt
→ Mix-ins
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1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
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Add cottage cheese, melted chocolate, melted butter or oil, vanilla extract, egg, milk, sugar and cocoa powder to a food processor. Process on high until blended. Note: Avoid cracking the egg right on top of the melted chocolate or butter in the food processor if those ingredients are hot.
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In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking soda and salt.
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Combine blended wet ingredients with dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
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Transfer batter to a 9x9" baking dish lightly oiled or lined with parchment paper.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes in the oven, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Different ovens may vary so make sure to test the center before removing from the oven.
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Allow brownies to cool completely before slicing into 16 pieces.
# Notes:
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Fudgy delicious brownies made with a few "healthier" ingredients like cottage cheese and whole wheat flour.
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The cottage cheese adds protein and creates a wonderful fudgy texture without adding excessive fat.
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Nutrition facts are only an estimate and based on one brownie serving.
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These brownies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.