Description
This Cottage Cheese Protein Brownie (Single-Serve!) is the ultimate healthy dessert fix. It’s high in protein, low in sugar, and microwave-ready in just minutes. Made with clean ingredients like cottage cheese, protein powder, cocoa, and oat flour, this rich and fudgy treat is perfect for satisfying sweet cravings guilt-free.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¼ cup low-fat cottage cheese (Good Culture recommended)
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (Clean Simple Eats)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp oat flour (or almond flour)
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: pinch of salt, chocolate chips, chopped nuts
Instructions
- Mix Base: In a microwave-safe mug or bowl, combine cottage cheese and chocolate protein powder. Stir until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add cocoa powder, oat flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, sweetener, and a pinch of salt. Mix well to form a smooth batter. Add a tablespoon of milk or water if needed to adjust thickness.
- Optional Add-ins: Fold in chocolate chips, nuts, or other add-ins for extra flavor and texture.
- Microwave: Microwave on high for 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes until the top is set. Do not overcook.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let cool for 1 minute. Dig in and enjoy your protein-packed brownie!
Notes
You can swap oat flour for almond flour for a lower-carb option. For a baked version, cook in a 350°F oven for 15–18 minutes. Adjust cooking times based on microwave wattage.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug brownie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 10mg