Description
These no-bake protein bites combine the rich flavor of brownie batter with the nutritional benefits of cottage cheese, making a delicious and healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup quick oats
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the cottage cheese and stir to break it down for easy mixing.
- Add cocoa powder, oats, nut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract into the bowl and mix gently.
- Use your hands to combine the mixture until it resembles thick brownie batter.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll them into balls, placing them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Notes
Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 82
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg