Keto Protein Brownies

With a twist, a brownie can have protein and no one needs to know! These make amazing dark chocolate brownies. If you want them a tad sweeter, switch the chocolate chips out for semi sweet, or sprinkle confectioners sweetener on top. Enjoy!

FULL RECIPE
Cottage Cheese Brownies That Taste Amazing (Without Sugar!)

These naturally sweetened brownies are fudgy, protein-rich, and gluten-free — made with wholesome ingredients and no refined sugar.

Ingredients:
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (I used sf maple syrup, bringing calories and carbs down)
– 1/2 cup almond flour
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
– 1/2 tsp baking powder (optional, for a slightly cakier texture)
– Pinch of salt
– 2 tbsp dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

2. In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese, eggs, honey/maple syrup, and vanilla (if using) until smooth.

3. In a bowl, whisk together the almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.

4. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with moist crumbs.

7. Let cool completely before slicing for best texture.

Nutritional Information (per serving):
⏰ Prep Time: 10 minutes
🔥 Bake Time: 20–25 minutes
⚡ Calories: ~150 (regular maple syrup)
🍽️ Servings: 9 brownies

Nutrition Facts for sugar free maple syrup:
Calories: 79, Protein: 4g, Fat: 2g, Total Carbs: 6g, Fiber: 3g, Sugar Alcohol: 1g, Net Carbs: 2g