Copycat Cosmic Brownies

Aug 06, 2026

These Copycat Cosmic Brownies Made With Cottage Cheese bring back the nostalgic chocolate treat many people remember, but with a delicious dairy twist. Westby Creamery Cottage Cheese adds a little extra protein and helps keep the brownies perfectly moist. Westby Creamery Butter adds rich flavor and helps create a soft, fudgy texture.

They are perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, parties or anytime you are craving something sweet. Topped with smooth chocolate frosting and colorful candy-coated chocolate pieces, these brownies are a fun treat for both kids and adults.

Ingredients

For the Brownies

• ¾ cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder, optional
• 1 cup Westby Creamery Cottage Cheese, any variety
• ½ cup 2% milk
• ¼ cup Westby Creamery Butter, melted
• 1 large egg
• ⅓ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

For the Chocolate Frosting

• ⅓ cup heavy whipping cream
• ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips
• ½ cup mini M&Ms

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8-by-8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to extend up the sides of the pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt and optional espresso powder. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, milk, egg, sugar and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Place the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until melted. Immediately add the chocolate chips and stir until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
5. Add the melted chocolate mixture to the cottage cheese mixture and stir until combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, whisking just until a smooth batter forms.
7. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly into the corners.
8. Bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Allow the brownies to cool completely before frosting.
9. To prepare the frosting, heat the heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl until hot but not boiling.
10. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a small bowl. Let the mixture sit for one minute, then stir until the ganache is completely smooth.
11. Remove the cooled brownies from the pan using the parchment paper. Keep the parchment paper underneath the brownies and place them on a cutting board or large plate.
12. Pour the chocolate ganache over the brownies. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it evenly across the top.
13. Sprinkle the mini M&Ms over the ganache.
14.  Refrigerate the brownies for about 20 minutes, or until the ganache is set, before cutting.

Cosmic Brownies is a registered trademark of McKee Foods Corporation. Westby Cooperative Creamery is not affiliated with or endorsed by Little Debbie or McKee Foods.

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