These Cottage Cheese Cheesecake Brownies Are My Newest High-Protein Obsession

At Delish, two of our all-time favorite desserts are brownies and cheesecake. Combining them is already a winning idea, as shown by our cheesecake swirled Ghirardelli brownies. Now, I've created a high-protein version of this classic mashup.

I like using boxed brownie mix, but with added protein from cottage cheese and chocolate whey powder, you can enjoy these treats while supporting your fitness goals without noticing the extra nutrition.

Cheesecake Tips

Cream cheese is crucial for any cheesecake recipe.
Use a food processor to blend and aerate the cream cheese and cottage cheese together.
Layer the cheesecake mixture on top of the brownie batter before baking.
Bake until the cheesecake layer slightly jiggles in the center; this indicates it’s done baking.
Once cooled, the cheesecake layer will firm up perfectly.
When checking doneness with a cake tester, it should come out with both brownie and cheesecake crumbs.

Storage Advice

Allow the cheesecake brownies to cool completely before handling. For cleaner slices, refrigerate for 15 minutes prior to cutting. Store at room temperature for one day, or refrigerate for up to a week.

“Two of our favorite desserts at Delish are brownies and cheesecake.”

“Bake until the cheesecake layer has a slight jiggle in the center of the pan—this is a good sign!”

Author’s summary: These high-protein cottage cheese cheesecake brownies combine indulgence with nutrition, perfect for enjoying a classic dessert with a healthy twist.

Delish — 2025-11-05