Description
Make a fast, single-serving, high protein brownie using cottage cheese in just minutes with your microwave. This recipe delivers a moist chocolate fix easily.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese (blended smooth)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (unsweetened)
- 1 tablespoon sweetener (like erythritol or sugar)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil (melted)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth. You want no lumps for the best texture.
- In a microwave-safe mug or small bowl, whisk together the smooth cottage cheese, egg, cocoa powder, sweetener, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips, if using.
- Place the mug in the microwave. Cook on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. Start with 60 seconds and check for doneness.
- The brownie is done when the top looks set but the center is still slightly soft. Cooking time varies based on microwave wattage.
- Let it cool for a minute before eating. Enjoy this healthy chocolate microwave snack immediately.
Notes
- For the smoothest texture, blend the cottage cheese in a small blender or use an immersion blender until it resembles thick yogurt.
- If the brownie seems rubbery after cooking, reduce the time slightly next time. Overcooking is the main cause of poor texture in microwave cakes.
- Top with a small dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of powdered sweetener for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 2 min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brownie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 90