Description
These Homemade Keto Cottage Cheese Brownies offer a delicious, low-carb twist on classic brownies, using cottage cheese for added moisture and protein. Sweetened with monk fruit, they are perfect for keto dieters or anyone looking for a healthier sweet treat without compromising flavor.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 2/3 cup monk fruit sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Blend Cottage Cheese: In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth to ensure a creamy texture in the brownies.
- Melt Butter and Combine Wet Ingredients: Melt the unsalted butter and allow it to cool slightly. Whisk together the melted butter, blended cottage cheese, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Sift Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the almond flour, cocoa powder, monk fruit sweetener, baking powder, and salt to avoid lumps and evenly distribute the ingredients.
- Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the brownies tender.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Fold in the sugar-free dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the batter for pockets of rich chocolate.
- Pour Batter and Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-28 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the brownies to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving to ensure they set properly and hold their shape.
Notes
- Blending the cottage cheese is optional but recommended for a smoother brownie texture.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.
- Check for doneness at 25 minutes to avoid overbaking and dryness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- These brownies are naturally gluten free and keto-friendly.
