No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites
Liyana
These no-bake cottage cheese brownie batter protein bites are fudgy, chocolatey, and high in protein. Made with simple ingredients, they’re a healthy, no-bake snack perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or fueling your day.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Chill Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
- Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- ½ cup oats blended into oat flour or quick oats
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 –3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Protein Boost:
- ½ cup chocolate or vanilla protein powder
- Optional Add-Ins:
- Mini chocolate chips
- Peanut butter or almond butter
- Chia seeds
- For Coating Optional:
- Cocoa powder
- Melted chocolate
- Crushed nuts
Blend cottage cheese in a blender or food processor until smooth and creamy.
Add oats, cocoa powder, protein powder, sweetener, and vanilla. Blend or mix until a thick dough forms.
Adjust texture by adding more oats/protein powder if too soft, or a splash of milk if too dry.
Stir in optional mix-ins like chocolate chips.
Scoop and roll into bite-sized balls.
Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes until firm.
Serve chilled for best texture.
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Blend cottage cheese thoroughly for a smooth consistency.
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Adjust sweetness based on preference.
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Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor.
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Chill before serving to help bites firm up.
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Avoid overmixing once dough is formed.