No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites Recipe
These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a quick and healthy snack that combines creamy cottage cheese with rich cocoa and protein powder for a delicious, guilt-free treat. Perfect for those seeking a high-protein, low-effort snack without baking.
- Author: Caleb
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12-15 bites 1x
- Category: Snack, Protein Bites
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 2 tbsp honey, maple syrup, or sweetener of choice
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 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 without lumps.
- Add dry ingredients: Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and protein powder (if using) until the batter becomes thick and smooth.
- Mix-ins: Gently fold in the chopped nuts or seeds and mini chocolate chips to evenly distribute them throughout the mixture.
- Shape bites: Use a spoon or cookie scoop to portion out the mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll them between your palms to form smooth, round bites. Place the bites on a parchment-lined tray for easy handling.
- Chill: Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up. Alternatively, freeze the bites for 30 minutes if you need them ready faster.
- Store: Keep the protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for a richer texture and flavor, or low-fat for fewer calories.
- Protein powder is optional but recommended to boost protein content; choose chocolate or vanilla flavor to complement the cocoa.
- Customize add-ins such as nuts, seeds, or chocolate chips based on preference or dietary needs.
- For a vegan version, substitute cottage cheese with a plant-based yogurt and use a vegan protein powder.
- These bites can be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw in the refrigerator before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approx. 20g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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