No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Bites (Print Version)

Fudgy chocolate protein bites made with cottage cheese, perfect for a nutritious snack that satisfies sweet cravings.

# Ingredients:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
02 - 2 tablespoons honey, maple syrup, or sweetener of choice
03 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
05 - 1 scoop chocolate or vanilla protein powder (optional)

→ Mix-ins

06 - 2 tablespoons chopped nuts or seeds
07 - Handful of mini chocolate chips (optional)

# Steps:

01 - In a blender, combine cottage cheese, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until completely smooth.
02 - Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Stir in cocoa powder and protein powder (if using) until thick and smooth.
03 - Fold in the chopped nuts, seeds, and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
04 - Scoop and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
05 - Refrigerate for 1 hour (or freeze for 30 minutes) until firm.
06 - Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

# Notes:

01 - For thicker batter, add more cocoa or protein powder.
02 - For softer texture, mix in a splash of almond milk.
03 - Roll bites in coconut, crushed nuts, or cocoa powder for a gourmet appearance.
04 - Freeze extra batches for up to 3 weeks—perfect for meal prep.
05 - Peanut Butter Variation: Stir in 2 tablespoons peanut butter before chilling.
06 - Mint Chocolate Variation: Add 1-2 drops peppermint extract.
07 - Berry Bliss Variation: Blend 1/4 cup frozen raspberries with cottage cheese.
08 - Double Chocolate Variation: Use chocolate protein powder and extra chocolate chips.

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