No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites Recipe
These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a delicious and healthy snack that combines creamy cottage cheese with rich cocoa and optional protein powder. Easy to prepare with no baking required, they are perfect for a quick protein boost or a guilt-free treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-bake, blending, mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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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)
Mix-ins
- 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 extract. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy with no lumps remaining.
- Add dry ingredients: Transfer the blended wet mixture to a mixing bowl. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and protein powder (if using) thoroughly until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth and chocolatey.
- Mix-ins: Gently fold in the chopped nuts or seeds along with mini chocolate chips (if using) to distribute evenly without breaking up the texture.
- Shape bites: Using a spoon or your hands, scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place each bite onto a parchment-lined tray or plate.
- Chill: Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to firm up. Alternatively, freeze for 30 minutes if you want a quicker set.
- Storage: Store the protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Enjoy as a convenient, nutritious snack anytime.
Notes
- You can use either low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese depending on your preference, which will affect creaminess and calorie count slightly.
- Protein powder is optional but adds extra protein content—choose chocolate or vanilla flavor to complement the cocoa.
- Sweetener can be adjusted to taste or substituted with sugar-free options for a lower sugar version.
- The bites can be kept frozen for up to 1 month for longer storage.
- For nut-free version, use seeds like pumpkin or sunflower seeds instead of chopped nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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