No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites Recipe
These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a delicious, protein-packed snack combining creamy cottage cheese, rich cocoa, and optional mix-ins like nuts and chocolate chips. Perfect for a quick energy boost or a healthy dessert, they require no baking and are easy to prepare in just minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: Approximately 12 bites 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- 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, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Add dry ingredients: Transfer the blended wet mixture to a bowl. Stir in the unsweetened cocoa powder and protein powder (if using) thoroughly until the batter is thick, smooth, and well incorporated.
- Mix-ins: Gently fold in chopped nuts, seeds, and mini chocolate chips to distribute evenly without breaking them down.
- Shape bites: Use a spoon or small scoop to portion out the batter and roll into 1-inch balls with your hands. Place the formed balls onto a tray lined with parchment paper.
- Chill: Refrigerate the bites for at least 1 hour to firm up. Alternatively, you can freeze them for 30 minutes for quicker setting.
- Store: Keep the protein bites stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese depending on your preference and desired creaminess.
- Adjust sweetness by increasing or reducing honey or sweetener amount to taste.
- Protein powder is optional but enhances protein content and flavor.
- Customize with different nuts, seeds, or omit chocolate chips for dietary needs.
- For a firmer texture, freeze bites instead of refrigerating.
- These bites can be enjoyed as a quick snack, pre- or post-workout energy boost, or healthy dessert alternative.
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