Craving a fudgy, chocolatey brownie but want to skip making a whole pan? This Single Serve Cottage Cheese brownie is your answer! It’s gluten-free, packed with protein, and low in sugar, making it the perfect healthy dessert when those sweet cravings strike. Imagine a warm, gooey brownie with a lava-cake center, ready in minutes – and it’s good for you too!
Regular brownies are a treat, but this recipe elevates your dessert game by adding a protein punch. If you’re looking to boost your protein intake without sacrificing deliciousness, this single serve cottage cheese brownie is a game-changer. Honestly, the idea of cottage cheese in a brownie might sound unusual, but trust me, it’s magical. Get ready to make this your new go-to healthy evening dessert!
Why You’ll Love This Single Serve Cottage Cheese Brownie
- Perfectly Single Serve: Ever get a brownie craving but don’t want leftover temptation? This recipe is designed for one! It’s quick, easy, and minimizes cleanup, giving you that instant gratification without the excess. Ideal for portion control and satisfying solo sweet tooth moments.
- High in Protein Power: Fuel your body while indulging! Thanks to cottage cheese and chocolate protein powder, this brownie boasts around 35g of protein. That’s a significant boost that helps keep you feeling full and supports muscle recovery – dessert that works for your fitness goals!
- Sweet Satisfaction, Guilt-Free: Get that intense chocolate fudge flavor you desire without refined sugars. This recipe relies on natural sweetness from maple syrup and the chocolate components themselves (depending on your protein powder and milk choices – simpler ingredients are always best). Enjoy the decadent taste without the sugar crash!
Healthy single-serve cottage cheese brownie: gluten-free, keto, low sugar, high protein
What You’ll Need to Bake Your Single Serve Brownie
Ingredients for healthy single-serve brownie: gluten-free, keto, low sugar, high protein
How To Make Your Single Serve Cottage Cheese Brownie
Quick Tip: Choose a microwave-safe dish that’s roomy enough! The brownie batter will rise during cooking, so ensure there’s space at the top to prevent any spill-overs. A slightly larger mug or ramekin works perfectly.
Recommended Tools
While not strictly necessary, having a microwave-safe dish and measuring spoons/cups will make the process smoother.
Other Single Serve Dessert Ideas
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Single Serve Cottage Cheese Brownie Recipe (Gluten Free)
Course: Dessert, Snack
Keyword: brownie, brownie batter, chocolate, cocoa, cottage cheese, gluten free, gluten free dessert, healthier dessert, healthier recipes, high protein, protein brownies, protein dessert, single serve
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup cottage cheese
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder (or cacao powder for richer flavor)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (adjust to your sweetness preference)
- 1 pinch sea salt (enhances the chocolate flavor)
- 1 splash vanilla extract (adds depth of flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder (for a slight rise)
- 1 tablespoon almond milk (or any milk you prefer, dairy or non-dairy)
- Chocolate chips (dark, milk, or sugar-free – add as many as you like!)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In your microwave-safe dish, add all ingredients except the almond milk. Stir everything together until mostly combined.
- Adjust Consistency: Gradually add the almond milk, stirring continuously, until you reach a very thick batter consistency. It should be scoopable but not runny.
- Microwave: Microwave on high for 1 minute. Cooking times may slightly vary depending on your microwave’s wattage, so check for doneness. The edges should be set, and the center slightly soft for that lava cake texture.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let your single serve cottage cheese brownie cool slightly – it will be very hot straight from the microwave! Enjoy it as is, or get creative with toppings. Consider a drizzle of melted chocolate, a dollop of coconut cream, a scoop of ice cream, or fresh berries.
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