Ingredients
– 2 cups of cottage cheese
– 1 cup of dark chocolate chips
– 1/3 cup of honey or maple syrup
– 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup of rolled oats
– 1/4 cup of cocoa powder
– 1/4 cup of coconut oil, melted
– A pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– A blender or food processor
– A spatula
– 8×8 inch baking dish
– Parchment paper
Step-by-Step Instructions
First things first, I begin by preheating my oven to 350°F (175°C). Then, I grab my trusty blender and toss in the cottage cheese, dark chocolate chips, honey (or maple syrup, depending on what I’m in the mood for), and vanilla extract. I blend everything until smooth and creamy, which only takes a minute or two. The aroma of melting chocolate mixed with vanilla wafts through my kitchen—such a comforting smell! After that, I fold in the rolled oats, cocoa powder, melted coconut oil, and a pinch of salt until everything is well combined. It’s looking really rich and chocolatey at this point. (See the next page below to continue steps…)