Baked Cottage Cheese Protein Brownie Bites (High-Protein & Perfectly Fudgy!)

Thank you so much for being here today — truly, it warms my heart every time you join me in the kitchen. 💛 Today, I’m sharing one of my favorite high-protein treats: Baked Cottage Cheese Protein Brownie Bites.

These little chocolate gems are fudgy, rich, snackable, and secretly wholesome. My kids pop them like candy, and I love that the cottage cheese adds protein and creaminess without anyone even knowing it’s in there. They’re the kind of treat you feel good about making — whether for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or late-night chocolate cravings.

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Overview of This Recipe

These brownie bites are the ultimate busy-day treat. They mix up in minutes, bake quickly, and stay moist for days thanks to the cottage cheese. If chocolate cravings hit you as often as they do me, you’ll want these ready in your fridge at all times.

Why You’ll Love These Brownie Bites

• Super fudgy and rich
• High protein thanks to cottage cheese + eggs
• Gluten-free & flourless friendly
• Kid-approved
• Perfect bite-sized snack
• Only bowl + blender needed

What They Taste Like

Think:
A moist brownie… crossed with a protein bite… crossed with chocolate cake.
Soft, dense, fudgy perfection.

Not too sweet. Not too heavy. Just right.

Health & Nutritional Benefits

• High in protein
• Gluten-free
• Naturally sweetened
• Rich in calcium
• Low oil & wholesome ingredients

These brownie bites hit that sweet spot while still nourishing your body.

Ingredients You’ll Need

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• 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat both work)
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Optional: 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips

Tools Needed

• Blender or food processor
• Mixing bowl
• Mini muffin tin
• Silicone or paper liners
• Spatula

Suggested Substitutions & Add-Ins

Substitutions

• Almond flour → oat flour or any nut flour
• Honey → maple syrup, agave
• Cottage cheese → Greek yogurt (texture slightly less fudgy)
• Cocoa powder → cacao powder

Add-Ins

• Chocolate chips
• Chopped walnuts
• Peanut butter swirl
• Espresso powder (1 teaspoon for deeper chocolate flavor)
• Cinnamon

How to Make Baked Cottage Cheese Protein Brownie Bites

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Step 1 — Preheat

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line your mini muffin pan with liners or lightly spray with oil.

Step 2 — Blend the Wet Ingredients

In a blender, combine:

• Cottage cheese
• Eggs
• Honey
• Vanilla

Blend until silky smooth — like chocolate pudding without the chocolate!

Step 3 — Add the Dry Ingredients

Pour mixture into a bowl.
Stir in:

• Almond flour
• Cocoa powder
• Baking powder
• Salt

Fold gently until a thick, glossy batter forms.

Step 4 — Add Mix-ins

Fold in chocolate chips if using.

Step 5 — Fill the Mini Muffin Pan

Scoop batter into wells, filling about 3/4 full.

Step 6 — Bake

Bake 12–16 minutes, depending on your oven and desired fudginess.
Edges should be set, centers slightly soft — perfect!

Step 7 — Cool

Let cool 10 minutes before removing.

Warm or chilled, they are irresistible.

What to Serve With These Brownie Bites

• Fresh berries
• Cold milk
• Greek yogurt
• A drizzle of peanut butter
• Hot tea or coffee
• Ice cream (for dessert!)

Try crumbling a brownie bite over yogurt… wow.

Tips for Making Them Perfect

• Use room-temperature cottage cheese for smoother blending.
• Don’t overbake — they dry out quickly.
• Add espresso powder for richer chocolate flavor.
• Chill them for extra fudginess.
• Use silicone molds for the easiest release.

Storage Instructions

• Fridge: 5–6 days
• Freezer: 3 months
• Room temp: 24 hours

These taste AMAZING cold straight from the fridge.

General Information

These brownie bites are a modern twist on the classic cake-like brownie — but lighter, healthier, and fueled with protein. Cottage cheese is having a well-deserved moment in the healthy baking world, and this recipe shows exactly why!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use Greek yogurt instead of cottage cheese?
Yes, but they’ll be slightly less fudgy.

2. Can I make these dairy-free?
Use dairy-free yogurt — texture changes slightly.

3. Can kids eat these?
Absolutely — they’re perfect for kids.

4. Do they taste like cottage cheese?
Not at all! The chocolate completely hides it.

5. Can I double the recipe?
Yes — it works beautifully.

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Conclusion

I hope these Baked Cottage Cheese Protein Brownie Bites bring as much joy and nourishment to your home as they do to mine. They’re easy, wholesome, chocolatey, and endlessly snackable.

If you loved this recipe, try these next:

• Protein Cookie Dough

Thank you for cooking with me — it means the world. 💛

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Nutritional Information (Approx. per bite, 18 bites)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	68
Protein	4g
Carbs	6g
Fat	3g
Sugar	4g
Fiber	1g

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