No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites
Delicious and healthy No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites that are packed with protein and rich chocolate flavor. A quick and guilt-free snack option.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Use plain, unsweetened for less sweetness.
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup almond butter You can substitute with peanut or cashew butter.
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Adjust to taste.
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Sweeten according to preference.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- a pinch salt
- to taste mini chocolate chips Optional for extra sweetness and texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, almond butter, cocoa powder, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix all ingredients together until smooth and well blended. Use a fork or a blender to break down any lumps of cottage cheese if necessary.
- Stir in mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Scoop the mixture and roll it into bite-sized balls using your hands.
- Place the balls on a plate or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm them up.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week. Can be frozen for longer storage—separate bites with parchment paper if freezing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g