Ingredients
– 1 cup cottage cheese
– 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
– 1/4 cup sugar substitute (like stevia or monk fruit)
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
– A pinch of salt
– Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (sugar-free)
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowl
– Whisk or blender
– Baking dish (8×8 inches or similar)
– Parchment paper (for easy removal)
– Knife for cutting into bars
Step-by-Step Instructions
Making these bars is a breeze, and I can’t wait to walk you through the process! First, start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). As that heats up, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, sugar substitute, vanilla extract, and almond milk in a mixing bowl. I either whisk it by hand or use my blender for an ultra-smooth texture—it really depends on how much of a workout I want! Just blend until everything is well combined and you have a rich, chocolatey batter. It’s surprisingly luscious! (See the next page below to continue steps…)