Description
No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a health-focused, quick treat that combines the creaminess of cottage cheese with cocoa powder and optional protein powder, creating a rich, chocolatey flavor. This nutritious, high-protein snack is naturally sweetened and customizable with nuts, seeds, or mini chocolate chips for added texture and taste, making it ideal for pre/post-workout fuel or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons honey (or chosen sweetener)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
- Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Combine cottage cheese, honey, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl.
- Stir in unsweetened cocoa powder.
- If using, whisk in protein powder.
- Mix until thick, resembling brownie batter.
- Fold in chopped nuts or seeds and mini chocolate chips if desired.
- Using a tablespoon or small scoop, portion out the batter.
- Roll each portion between your hands to form 1-inch balls.
- Place bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or freeze for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Substitute cottage cheese with Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor or use maple syrup or agave in place of honey for a vegan option. Protein powder can be omitted or replaced with collagen peptides. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage. If mixture is too loose, add more cocoa powder or protein powder; if too thick, a splash of milk helps. For nut allergies, use only seeds or omit mix-ins entirely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American