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 combines the creamy texture of cottage cheese with rich cocoa and natural sweeteners. Perfect for a quick protein boost or a guilt-free treat, these bites are easy to prepare without any cooking required.
- 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
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
Sweeteners
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Alternatively, use stevia or monk fruit sweetener as zero-calorie options
- 3–4 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped (optional, for natural sweetness and added fiber)
Optional Add-Ins
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor, optional for extra protein)
Instructions
- Prepare Cottage Cheese Base: In a medium bowl, blend the cottage cheese until smooth using a food processor or blender to create a creamy base for your bites.
- Add Cocoa Powder: Mix in the unsweetened cocoa powder thoroughly, ensuring the mixture takes on a rich, chocolatey color and flavor.
- Sweeten the Mixture: Add honey, maple syrup, or your preferred sweetener gradually, tasting as you go to reach your desired level of sweetness. If using dates, blend them in with the cottage cheese for natural sweetness and added texture.
- Incorporate Protein Powder (Optional): Stir or blend in protein powder until well combined for an extra protein boost.
- Form the Bites: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, shape the mixture into bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Chill: Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to firm up and develop flavor.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese depending on your preference and dietary needs.
- Adjust sweetness according to taste and dietary restrictions.
- Protein powder is optional but recommended for an added protein boost.
- For a firmer texture, you can refrigerate the bites overnight.
- If you want to reduce sugar, opt for stevia or monk fruit instead of honey or maple syrup.
- These bites can be frozen for up to 1 month; thaw in the fridge before eating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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