Chocolate Cottage Cheese Bake

🍫 Chocolate Cottage Cheese Bake

A high-protein, low-carb treat made with wholesome ingredients

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📝 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

• 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ¼ cup sugar-free sweetener (like erythritol, monk fruit, or stevia — adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp almond flour or oat flour (optional, helps texture)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Optional: 2 tbsp sugar-free chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (85%+)

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🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prep

• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
• Lightly grease a small baking dish (8×8 inch or similar)

Step 2: Blend

• In a blender or food processor, combine:
  • Cottage cheese
  • Eggs
  • Cocoa powder
  • Sweetener
  • Almond/oat flour (if using)
  • Vanilla & salt
• Blend until completely smooth (no visible curds)

Step 3: Bake

• Pour batter into the prepared dish
• Optional: sprinkle a few sugar-free chocolate chips on top
• Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until set in the center (it should not jiggle)

Step 4: Cool & Serve

• Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing
• Serve warm, at room temp, or chilled
• Optional toppings: a dollop of Greek yogurt, sugar-free whipped cream, or a few berries

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⚖️ Nutritional Estimate (per slice, 1/8 of pan):

• Calories: ~90–120
• Net Carbs: ~3–4g
• Protein: ~8–10g
• Sugar: <1g
• Fiber: ~2g

(Will vary depending on sweetener and chocolate used.)

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🧁 Tips & Variations

• Want it more brownie-like? Add 1 extra tbsp almond flour and reduce eggs to 1.
• For a mocha twist, add ½ tsp instant coffee powder to the mix.
• Not sweet enough? Taste the batter before baking and adjust your sweetener.