Description
Satisfy your chocolate cravings with this Cottage Cheese Microwave Brownie, a quick, protein-packed dessert that’s gluten-free, low in sugar, and ready in just 4 minutes. Perfect for a guilt-free treat or healthy snack!
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- ⅓ cup cottage cheese
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tablespoons monk fruit sweetener (or preferred granular sweetener)
- Chocolate chips (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dish: Lightly grease a small microwave-safe ramekin or dish with oil.
- Blend the Batter: In a high-speed blender, combine the egg, cottage cheese, cocoa powder, and monk fruit sweetener. Blend until smooth.
- Pour and Top: Pour the batter into the prepared dish. Top with chocolate chips if desired.
- Microwave: Microwave on high for 1.5 to 2 minutes. For a gooey center, cook for 1.5 minutes; for a firmer brownie, cook closer to 2 minutes.
- Cool and Serve: Allow to cool slightly before enjoying.
Notes
- Substitute monk fruit sweetener with honey, maple syrup, or regular sugar if preferred.
- Use dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs for an added antioxidant boost.
- Adjust sweetness and cocoa levels to your taste.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
