Description
Whipping up this cottage cheese microwave brownie takes just minutes, delivering a protein-packed chocolate treat that satisfies your sweet tooth in record time. Creamy cottage cheese creates a rich, fudgy base that turns your quick dessert craving into a delicious reality.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup flour
Liquid Ingredients:
- ¼ cup milk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Sweeteners and Leavening Agents:
- ¼ cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Blend ½ cup cottage cheese, ¼ cup cocoa powder, ¼ cup sugar, ¼ cup flour, ¼ teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a medium mixing bowl until completely combined.
- Pour ¼ cup milk, ¼ cup vegetable oil, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Whisk until your batter becomes smooth and free of lumps.
- Select a microwave-safe mug or small ceramic dish. Transfer your entire brownie batter into the container, ensuring it’s no more than two-thirds full to prevent overflow.
- Place the mug in the microwave and cook at full power (high) for 90 seconds. Check the consistency – if the center looks slightly wet, microwave in additional 15-second intervals.
- Remove the mug carefully using oven mitts, as the container will be extremely hot. Allow your brownie to rest and firm up for 60 seconds before enjoying directly from the mug.
Notes
- Swap regular sugar with monk fruit sweetener or stevia for a lower-calorie version that still tastes delicious.
- Ensure cottage cheese is room temperature to help the batter mix more smoothly and create a consistent texture.
- For extra richness, fold in dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts right before microwaving to add depth and crunch.
- When microwaving, watch carefully to prevent overcooking, as each microwave performs differently and can quickly dry out the brownie.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Brownies
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 363 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg