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Quick Cottage Cheese Microwave Brownie for One

A rich, dark chocolate Cottage Cheese Microwave Brownie baked inside a white mug.
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Make a fast, high-protein, fudgy brownie in minutes using cottage cheese in the microwave. This is a simple, single-serving dessert perfect for satisfying a sweet craving.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (full fat or 2%)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon sweetener (like erythritol or monk fruit)
  • 1 teaspoon melted coconut oil or butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar-free chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the cottage cheese and egg in a microwave-safe mug or small bowl. Blend using an immersion blender or vigorously whisk until completely smooth. You must eliminate all lumps for the best texture.
  2. Add the cocoa powder, sweetener, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt to the mixture. Stir until just combined and the batter is uniform.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips, if using.
  4. Microwave on high power for 60 to 90 seconds. Cooking time varies based on microwave wattage; start checking at 60 seconds.
  5. The brownie is done when the edges look set and the center is mostly firm but still slightly moist. Do not overcook, or it will become rubbery.
  6. Let the **microwave protein brownie** cool in the mug for 5 minutes before eating. This helps it set into a fudgy texture.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor that masks the cottage cheese, add 1/4 teaspoon of instant coffee powder to the dry ingredients.
  • If you prefer a cake-like texture over fudgy, add 1 teaspoon of almond flour to the batter.
  • This recipe makes one **single serving brownie**; scale up ingredients if you want a larger batch, but microwave times will increase significantly.
  • Serve warm with a small dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of powdered sweetener.

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