Brownies with Cottage Cheese

A guilt-free brownie recipe that uses cottage cheese for a healthier twist without compromising on fudgy texture and rich flavor.

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1 cup cottage cheese

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup sugar or sugar substitute

1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

Optional add-ins: chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits

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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
In a medium bowl, whisk together cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat together eggs, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth, then fold in blended cottage cheese.
Gradually add dry mixture into wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
Pour the brownie batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow brownies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Dust with powdered sugar or top with fresh berries for serving.