Description

These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are a delicious and healthy snack packed with protein and rich chocolate flavor. Made with cottage cheese, cocoa powder, and optional protein powder, they offer a fudgy texture without the need for baking. Perfect for pre- or post-workout fuel or a guilt-free treat any time of the day.

Ingredients

Scale

Wet Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (or stevia/monk fruit for zero-calorie option)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder (optional)

Mix-Ins

2 tablespoons chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts) or seeds (chia or flax)
A handful of mini chocolate chips (optional)
Optional: 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder for extra richness

Instructions

Combine the Wet Ingredients: Scoop 1 cup of cottage cheese into a blender. Add 2 tablespoons of honey (or your chosen sweetener) and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Blend until smooth with no lumps.
Add Dry Ingredients: Transfer the blended mixture to a bowl. Stir in ½ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder. If using, whisk in 1 scoop of protein powder. Mix until thick, resembling brownie batter.
Incorporate Your Mix-Ins: Fold in 2 tablespoons of chopped nuts or seeds and sprinkle in mini chocolate chips if desired.
Form the Bites: Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion the batter and roll each into a 1-inch ball. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Chill & Set: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or freeze for 30 minutes to set the bites. For faster results, freeze for 20 minutes then transfer to the fridge.
Enjoy & Store: Store the protein bites in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Use low-fat cottage cheese for a lighter version or full-fat for creamier bites.
Adjust sweetness level by taste-testing before chilling; add more sweetener if desired.
If batter is too runny, add more cocoa powder or protein powder; if too dry, add a splash of almond milk.
Freeze extra bites for convenient grab-and-go snacks; thaw for 5–10 minutes before eating.
Roll in shredded coconut or crushed nuts for a café-style presentation.
Flavor Variations: Stir in peanut butter, peppermint extract, or frozen berries for different twists.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bite
Calories: 80
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 50 mg
Fat: 3.5 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 9 g
Cholesterol: 10 mg

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