We’re swooning over this probiotic, protein-packed Edible Brownie Batter made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese, and we know you will be too once you try it. This spoonable, dessert-like snack is packed with gut health benefits and protein to keep help keep you full and energized while indulging in a dark chocolate treat. And as much as we love a baked batch of brownies with our farmer cheese, this no-bake recipe keeps things simple and fuss-free with zero oven time required.
There are just five main ingredients in this gluten-free edible brownie batter with optional toppings, so you can customize it however you love most. Rich, dark cocoa powder, fiber-rich almond and coconut flour, pure maple syrup, and Lifeway Farmer Cheese are blended together before being topped with dark chocolate chips.
Want more flavor? Add a pinch of sea salt and a drop or two of vanilla. Do you love walnuts in your brownies? Crush some up, then sprinkle them on top! Want extra probiotic goodness? Drizzle some of your favorite flavor of Lifeway Kefir on top, then grab your favorite dessert spoon, and enjoy this recipe with us. Love meal-prep hacks? We’ve got you covered. You can make this a few days ahead since it’s a simple meal-prep snack/dessert solution to enjoy at home or take on-the-go.
Our farmer cheese is the star of the show in this recipe thanks to its satisfying protein, silky smooth texture, and mild, tangy flavor. It contains live cultures that support gut health, and it has no added salt or sugar, so it’s versatile enough to use in savory or sweet recipes, or anything in between. Learn more about it here, and then experience the magic of our farmer cheese in this decadent, secretly healthy recipe packed with goodness.
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for optimal digestion and gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.
Lifeway Kefir is packed with a variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese,a creamy, high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and a healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.
Prep Time: 5 mins Servings: 1-2Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Farmer Cheese
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 2 tbsp. coconut flour
- 2 tbsp. dark cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp. pure maple syrup
- Optional: pinch of salt, 1-2 drops vanilla or 1/4 tsp. vanilla bean powder
- Garnishes: dark chocolate chips, crushed walnuts, a drizzle of any flavor or Lifeway Kefir
Directions
- Add the farmer cheese, almond flour, coconut flour, and dark cocoa powder to a bowl, then drizzle in the pure maple syrup. Add a pinch of salt and vanilla if using. With a spoon or a hand mixer, mix until completely thick and creamy (it should be too thick to pour). Scoop it into a dessert-sized glass or two glasses.
- Top with dark chocolate chips, crushed walnuts, and a drizzle of any flavor of Lifeway Kefir you love most. Enjoy!
- This recipe will keep for 2-3 days in the fridge. Wait until serving before adding the chocolate chips, walnuts, and kefir drizzle so the toppings have the best texture.
