No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites Recipe
These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a delicious and nutritious snack that is easy to make and perfect for satisfying your chocolate cravings. Packed with protein and rich cocoa flavor, these bites are a guilt-free treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cottage Cheese Mixture:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 2 tbsp honey, maple syrup, or sweetener of choice
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 scoop protein powder (optional, chocolate or vanilla)
- 2 tbsp chopped nuts or seeds
- Handful of mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Blend wet ingredients: In a blender, combine cottage cheese, honey, and vanilla. Blend until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Transfer mixture to a bowl. Stir in cocoa powder and protein powder (if using) until thick and smooth.
- Mix-ins: Fold in nuts, seeds, and chocolate chips.
- Shape bites: Scoop and roll into 1-inch balls. Place on parchment-lined tray.
- Chill: Refrigerate for 1 hour (or freeze for 30 minutes).
- Store: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: Approximately 70 calories
- Sugar: Approximately 5g
- Sodium: Approximately 100mg
- Fat: Approximately 3g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 7g
- Fiber: Approximately 2g
- Protein: Approximately 5g
- Cholesterol: Approximately 5mg
Keywords: No-Bake, Cottage Cheese, Brownie Batter, Protein Bites, Snack, Healthy
