No-Bake Cottage Cheese Chocolate Protein Bites Recipe
These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a quick and healthy snack packed with protein and rich chocolate flavor. Combining creamy cottage cheese, cocoa powder, sweetener, protein powder, and nut butter, these bites require no baking and are perfect for a nutritious energy boost or dessert alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons sweetener (such as honey or maple syrup)
- 1/4 cup protein powder (optional, chocolate or vanilla flavor recommended)
- 2 tablespoons nut butter (such as almond or peanut butter)
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, sweetener, protein powder (if using), and nut butter. Blend until the mixture is smooth and evenly mixed.
- Form the bites: Use a spoon or cookie scoop to portion out the mixture into bite-size balls. Place the balls onto a lined plate or tray to keep them from sticking.
- Chill until firm: Refrigerate the formed bites for at least 1 hour or until they are firm enough to hold their shape. Once chilled, enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- You can customize the sweetness by adjusting the amount or type of sweetener used.
- For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based alternative and use a vegan protein powder.
- If the mixture is too sticky, add more protein powder or cocoa powder to firm it up.
- These bites keep well refrigerated for up to 5 days and can be frozen for longer storage.
Keywords: no-bake protein bites, cottage cheese snacks, healthy brownie bites, protein snack, easy no-bake dessert
