Description
This Cottage Cheese Microwave Brownie is a quick and easy dessert that combines the richness of cocoa with the creaminess of cottage cheese. Ready in just minutes using a microwave, it offers a moist, fudgy texture with melty chocolate chips throughout. Perfect for a last-minute treat with minimal ingredients and fuss.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients: cottage cheese, cocoa powder, flour, honey, vegetable oil, baking powder, vanilla extract, egg, milk, and chocolate chips.
- Prepare Cottage Cheese: In a microwave-safe bowl, add 1/2 cup of cottage cheese.
- Mash Cottage Cheese: Using a fork or spoon, mash the cottage cheese slightly to smooth it out.
- Add Cocoa Powder: Add 1/4 cup of cocoa powder to the mashed cottage cheese and stir it together until well combined.
- Incorporate Flour: Add 1/4 cup of flour to the bowl and mix it with the cocoa mixture thoroughly.
- Add Honey: Pour in 2 tablespoons of honey and stir it into the mixture until it is evenly distributed.
- Mix in Oil: Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the mixture and mix thoroughly to combine all wet ingredients.
- Add Baking Powder and Vanilla: Sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the bowl and stir again to incorporate.
- Add Egg: Crack 1 large egg into the bowl, and beat it into the batter until fully incorporated, creating a smooth batter.
- Add Milk: Pour in 1/4 cup of milk and stir until the batter becomes smooth and well combined.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Add 1/4 cup of chocolate chips to the batter and gently fold them in, ensuring even distribution.
- Microwave Cooking: Place the bowl in the microwave and cook on high for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Check Doneness: After the first minute, check the brownie for doneness by inserting a toothpick or fork into the center.
- Continue Cooking if Needed: If the toothpick comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs, the brownie is ready. If not, continue microwaving in additional 20-30 second intervals until fully set.
- Cool: Let the brownie cool for a few minutes to set before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your delicious, quick, and moist microwave brownie!
Notes
- You can adjust the cooking time based on your microwave’s wattage to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
- If you prefer a less sweet brownie, reduce the honey slightly.
- Substitute vegetable oil with melted coconut oil for a different flavor profile.
- Use gluten-free flour if you want a gluten-free version.
- Letting the brownie cool a bit helps improve texture and makes it easier to slice or scoop.
