Cottage Cheese Brownie Dip (Printable)

A creamy chocolate dip featuring protein-packed cottage cheese, ideal for pairing with fresh fruit dippers.

# What You Need:

→ Dip

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, full-fat or low-fat
02 - 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips, plus extra for garnish
06 - Pinch of salt

→ Fruit Dippers

07 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
08 - 1 cup apple slices
09 - 1 cup banana slices
10 - 1 cup seedless grapes

# Directions:

01 - In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, cocoa powder, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Blend until very smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
02 - Transfer the dip to a bowl. Stir in the mini chocolate chips, reserving a few for garnish.
03 - Garnish the top of the dip with extra chocolate chips if desired.
04 - Arrange the prepared fruit dippers on a platter around the dip.
05 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 days before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required
  • High in protein thanks to cottage cheese
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly
  • A healthier alternative to traditional dessert dips
  • Customizable sweetness and perfect for fresh seasonal fruit
02 -
  • Blend the cottage cheese mixture thoroughly to eliminate any graininess
  • Reserve a few chocolate chips for garnish to make the presentation more appealing
  • Cut fruit into uniform, bite-sized pieces for easy dipping
  • Chill the dip for 30 minutes before serving for a firmer, more dessert-like consistency
  • Always check chocolate chip and cottage cheese labels for potential allergens
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