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Close-up of freshly baked cottage brownie bites with a rich chocolate texture and slightly crisp edges—perfectly portioned for snacking or gifting.

Cottage Brownie Bites

These Cottage Brownie Bites are soft, protein-packed treats made with cottage cheese, cocoa, and chocolate chips. Easy to make, no mixer needed, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for snack boxes, dessert tables, or healthy cravings.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 mini brownie bites 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter

  • 1/3 cup cocoa powder

  • 3/4 cup white sugar

  • 1/4 cup brown sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 3/4 cup cottage cheese (blended until smooth)

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

  • In a large bowl, mix melted butter and cocoa powder until smooth.

  • Add white sugar and brown sugar, and whisk to combine.

  • Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.

  • Fold in the blended cottage cheese until smooth.

  • In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt, and baking powder.

  • Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix gently until just combined.

  • Fold in chocolate chips.

  • Scoop into mini muffin tins (fill 3/4 full).

 

  • Bake for 14–17 minutes. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Don’t overmix the batter; it keeps the bites light.

  • Add a pinch of espresso powder to boost the chocolate flavor.

  • Sprinkle sea salt on top before baking for contrast.

  • Best enjoyed within 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

  • Use dark chocolate chips for less sugar and richer taste.

  • Author: James Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 17 minutes
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 brownie bite
  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 85 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 13 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 35 mg

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