No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites
Creamy, chocolaty, and impossibly easy — these No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites hit all the right notes when you want a healthy treat that doesn’t require an oven.
Servings: 10 bites
Calories: 120kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Spoon
- Tray
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Cottage Cheese Well-drained if extremely watery
- 2 tbsp Cocoa Powder Unsweetened, sifted if lumpy
- 1/4 cup Almond Flour Finely ground
- 1 scoop Chocolate Protein Powder Your preferred brand
- 2 tbsp Maple Syrup Room temperature
- 1/4 cup Mini Chocolate Chips Plus extra for rolling if desired
- 1 tbsp Peanut Butter Optional, smooth and at room temperature
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, cocoa powder, almond flour, chocolate protein powder, maple syrup, and mini chocolate chips.
- Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well combined. The cottage cheese should blend in nicely, leaving you with a brownie-like batter.
- If desired, mix in the peanut butter for a nutty twist. Make sure it’s fully incorporated so the bites hold together.
- Using your hands (or a small cookie scoop), roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the rolled balls on a plate or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Enjoy these protein-packed bites as a delicious snack anytime!
Notes
Store the bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. They’re great straight from the fridge.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1mg