Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Bites Recipe
Introduction
These Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Bites are a delicious and healthy treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. Packed with protein and easy to make, they’re great for a quick snack or a nutritious dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 1/2 cups finely blanched almond flour
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Add the cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2: Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl. Stir in the vanilla protein powder, almond flour, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Step 3: Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
- Step 4: Using your hands, roll the dough into bite-sized balls, about the size of a golf ball. You should get between 15 and 20 bites.
- Step 5: Place the cookie dough bites in an airtight container and store in the fridge.
Tips & Variations
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the almond flour lightly before mixing it in.
- Swap mini chocolate chips for chopped nuts or dried fruit to customize your bites.
- If the dough feels too sticky, chill it for 15 minutes before rolling.
Storage
Store the cookie dough bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week. For longer storage, freeze them in a ziplock bag for up to 3 months. To enjoy, thaw in the fridge or at room temperature before eating.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of protein powder?
Yes, you can use any vanilla-flavored protein powder you prefer, such as whey, pea, or soy protein. Just ensure it’s finely textured to blend well.
Are these cookie dough bites safe to eat raw?
Yes, these bites are safe to eat raw since they contain no raw eggs or flour. The ingredients used are all ready to eat and blended smoothly.
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Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Bites Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 15–20 bites 1x
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
Delicious and nutritious Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Bites are a perfect no-bake snack packed with protein and rich flavors. Made with creamy cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla protein powder, almond flour, and mini chocolate chips, these bite-sized treats are easy to prepare and great for satisfying sweet cravings while staying healthy.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (low-fat or full-fat)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 1/2 cups finely blanched almond flour (I like Bob’s Red Mill)
- pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Blend Wet Ingredients: Add your cottage cheese, maple syrup and vanilla extract to a blender and blend until smooth to create a creamy base for the cookie dough.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Pour the blended mixture into a large bowl and stir in vanilla protein powder, almond flour, and a pinch of salt to combine everything into a dough.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini chocolate chips into the dough to evenly distribute the chocolate throughout.
- Shape Dough Bites: Using your hands, roll the cookie dough into bite-sized balls roughly the size of a golf ball. This recipe should yield between 15-20 balls.
- Store Properly: Store the cookie dough bites in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze them in a ziplock bag for up to 3 months for longer storage.
Notes
- Use low-fat or full-fat cottage cheese depending on your preference and desired creaminess.
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup if preferred.
- Ensure the almond flour is finely blanched for best texture and flavor.
- Feel free to add other mix-ins like chopped nuts or seeds for added crunch.
- These cookie dough bites are best enjoyed chilled for a firm texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Protein bites, cottage cheese snacks, healthy cookie dough, no-bake cookies, protein snacks, low fat desserts
