No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites Recipe
These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a delicious and healthy snack packed with protein and rich chocolate flavor. Combining creamy cottage cheese with cocoa, protein powder, and a touch of sweetness, these bites require no baking and are perfect for a quick energy boost or dessert alternative.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Wet Ingredients
- 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)
Add-ins
- 2 tbsp chopped nuts or seeds
- Handful of mini chocolate chips (optional)
- Blend wet ingredients: In a blender, combine cottage cheese, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add dry ingredients: Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and protein powder (if using) until the mixture becomes thick and smooth.
- Mix-ins: Gently fold in chopped nuts or seeds and mini chocolate chips to add texture and flavor.
- Shape bites: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop out the mixture and roll it into approximately 1-inch balls. Place the formed bites on a tray lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up. Alternatively, you can freeze them for 30 minutes for quicker setting.
- Store: Keep the bites stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- The protein powder is optional but adds an extra protein boost; chocolate or vanilla flavors work best.
- Feel free to substitute chopped nuts or seeds based on your preference or dietary needs.
- If you prefer sweeter bites, increase the honey or sweetener slightly.
- For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with a vegan alternative or silken tofu and use maple syrup as the sweetener.
- These bites are best consumed chilled to maintain their texture.
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