No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites Recipe
These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a healthy, protein-packed snack that combines creamy cottage cheese with rich cocoa and optional add-ins like nuts and chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick energy boost or post-workout treat, these bites require no baking and can be customized with flavor variations to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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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)
- 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, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add dry ingredients: Transfer the blended mixture into a bowl. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and protein powder, if using, until the batter is thick, smooth, and well combined.
- Mix-ins: Gently fold in the chopped nuts or seeds and mini chocolate chips to incorporate texture and additional flavor into the batter.
- Shape bites: Using a spoon or small scoop, portion out the batter and roll into 1-inch balls with your hands. Place the shaped bites on a parchment-lined tray for easy handling.
- Chill: Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to firm up. Alternatively, freeze for 30 minutes if short on time.
- Store: Keep the protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 weeks and thaw before eating.
Notes
- For a thicker batter, add extra cocoa powder or protein powder as needed.
- For a softer, creamier texture, add a splash of almond milk or your preferred milk alternative.
- Roll the finished bites in shredded coconut, crushed nuts, or extra cocoa powder for a gourmet finish.
- Freeze extra batches to enjoy on-the-go protein-packed snacks anytime.
- Customize flavor by adding peanut butter, peppermint extract, frozen berries, or using different protein powders.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites (about 40g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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