No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites – Fudgy, Healthy & High-Protein
These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are the perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition. Made with creamy cottage cheese, rich cocoa powder, and your favorite protein boost, they taste just like brownie batter but come with a healthy twist. No oven required—just mix, chill, and enjoy! Ideal for post-workout snacks, meal prep, or satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. Fudgy, chocolatey, and ready in minutes!
Equipment
- Food processor or high-speed blender
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Airtight storage container
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (whipped or blended until smooth)
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ cup protein powder (whey, casein, or plant-based)
- ¼ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- 3–4 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional mix-ins: mini chocolate chips, cacao nibs, chopped nuts, shredded coconut
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese until completely smooth.
- Add cocoa powder, protein powder, nut butter, honey, vanilla, and salt. Blend or mix until thick and fudgy.
- If the mixture feels too sticky, add 1–2 tablespoons more protein powder. If too dry, add a splash of milk.
- Stir in optional mix-ins if using.
- Roll into bite-sized balls (about 1 tablespoon each).
- Place on a parchment-lined tray and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
Notes
- Texture Tip: Always whip or blend the cottage cheese first—this ensures a creamy, batter-like consistency.
- Sweetness: Adjust honey or maple syrup based on your protein powder’s sweetness.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Double the batch and freeze half for grab-and-go snacks.
- Keto/Low-Carb Swap: Use unsweetened almond butter and a sugar-free sweetener like monk fruit or stevia.