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 protein powder for a fudgy, brownie-like flavor. Perfect for a quick energy boost, these bites require no baking and take only minutes to prepare. They are packed with protein, fiber, and wholesome ingredients, making them ideal for a nutritious treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 bites 1x
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Blending
- 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)
Add-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 smooth and creamy with no lumps.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Transfer the blended wet mixture into a bowl. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and protein powder, if using, mixing thoroughly until the batter is thick and smooth.
- Mix-in Nuts and Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chopped nuts or seeds along with the mini chocolate chips to add texture and flavor to the batter.
- Shape Bites: Using a spoon or scoop, portion the mixture into 1-inch balls and roll them between your palms to form bites. Place the formed bites on a parchment-lined tray to prevent sticking.
- Chill: Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to allow them to firm up. Alternatively, you can freeze them for 30 minutes if you need them to set faster.
- Store: Keep the protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days for optimal freshness.
Notes
- Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese depending on your preference and dietary needs.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount or type of sweetener used.
- Protein powder is optional but recommended for an added protein boost; chocolate or vanilla flavor works best.
- These bites are perfect for a quick snack, pre/post-workout fuel, or a healthy dessert alternative.
- For a nut-free version, substitute nuts and seeds with more seeds like chia or pumpkin seeds.
- If mini chocolate chips are not available, chop a regular chocolate bar into small pieces.
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