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No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites

Healthy no-bake protein bites with a creamy cottage cheese base and chocolate flavor, perfect for snacks or post-workout fuel.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bites 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup plain, unsweetened cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup almond butter (can substitute with peanut or cashew butter)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust sweetness to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • A pinch of salt
  • Mini chocolate chips (optional, to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the cottage cheese, rolled oats, almond butter, cocoa powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  2. If any lumps of cottage cheese appear, mash them with a fork or blend the mixture briefly to achieve a smooth, even texture.
  3. Fold in mini chocolate chips if desired for extra sweetness and texture.
  4. Using your hands or a small scoop, form the mixture into small, bite-sized balls.
  5. Place the formed bites on a plate or parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking and maintain tidiness.
  6. Chill the bites in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes until they firm up and are ready to eat.

Notes

Store protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week., For longer storage, freeze the bites with parchment paper layered between them to prevent sticking., Use plain, unsweetened cottage cheese to control the sweetness., Adjust cocoa powder and sweetener amounts according to preference for chocolate intensity and sweetness., Substitute almond butter with peanut or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bite
  • Calories: 70 kcal
  • Fat: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Protein: 4 g