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No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites

No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites You’ll Love

Delight in these No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites, a guilt-free snack packed with protein and rich chocolate flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 bites
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese opt for low-fat if you're watching your calories
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder for rich chocolate flavor
  • 1 scoop Protein Powder (optional) chocolate or vanilla for flavor elevation
For the Flavor Enhancements
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Butter (optional) for a PB-choco twist
  • 1 teaspoon Espresso Powder (optional) for a deeper chocolate intensity
  • few drops Peppermint Extract (optional) to elevate the chocolate experience
  • 1/4 cup Frozen Raspberries (optional) for tart contrast

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer
  • tablespoon
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese and unsweetened cocoa powder. Add protein powder if desired. Blend until smooth and creamy, resembling brownie batter, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Stir in peanut butter and espresso powder. Optionally, add peppermint extract or frozen raspberries. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
  3. Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up the mixture.
  4. Remove from the refrigerator and scoop portions of the batter. Roll into bite-sized balls.
  5. Store the bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for 2-3 weeks.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cottage cheese is well-drained to attain the correct consistency and avoid overly wet bites. Taste test the mixture before creating bites to adjust sweetness or cocoa levels as needed.

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