No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Balls Recipe

Introduction

These no-bake cottage cheese brownie batter protein balls are a delicious and nutritious snack that tastes like dessert but fuels your body with protein. Creamy, chocolaty, and easy to make, they’re perfect for a quick energy boost anytime.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup cottage cheese (2% or 4% fat works best)
• 1/2 cup Justin’s Classic Peanut Butter (or almond butter)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 scoop Orgain chocolate protein powder (about 30g)
• 1/4 cup Anthony’s almond flour
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Optional Chocolate Coating:

• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

1. Step 1: Add cottage cheese, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to your food processor. Blend for 30 seconds until completely smooth with no lumps for the best texture.
2. Step 2: Add protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, and salt. Pulse until a thick dough forms that sticks together when pressed but is not wet. Adjust with a teaspoon of water if too dry, or more almond flour if too wet.
3. Step 3: Scoop 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of dough per ball using a small cookie scoop for even sizing. Roll between your palms until smooth and place on a parchment-lined plate. This recipe makes about 12 balls.
4. Step 4: Chill in the freezer for 15 minutes or the refrigerator for 30 minutes to firm up and enhance texture. Don’t skip this step.
5. Step 5 (Optional): Melt dark chocolate chips with coconut oil in 30-second microwave bursts. Dip each ball in the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off, then place back on parchment. Refrigerate for 5 more minutes to set the coating.

Tips & Variations

• Use room temperature cottage cheese for a smoother blend.
• Wet your hands slightly when rolling to prevent dough from sticking.
• Try replacing cocoa powder with PB2 powder for a peanut butter cup flavor.
• Add 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract for a mint chocolate twist.
• Use vanilla protein powder and sprinkles to make birthday cake flavored balls.
• Add an extra half scoop of protein powder and 2 tablespoons of Greek yogurt for more protein.
• Make a double batch as these tend to disappear quickly!

Storage

Store protein balls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days; they taste even better after a couple of days. Freeze for up to 3 months—frozen balls have a fudgy truffle-like texture. At room temperature, they’re good for 2-3 hours, ideal for lunchboxes or gym bags. Reheat isn’t necessary; enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I taste the cottage cheese?

No. Once blended with peanut butter and cocoa, the cottage cheese flavor disappears completely, leaving creamy richness without tang.

What if I don’t have a food processor?

A high-powered blender can work as a substitute. For ease and texture, a dedicated food processor is recommended and usually affordable.

No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Balls Recipe

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These No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Balls are a delicious, high-protein snack that tastes like brownie batter without any baking required. Made with creamy cottage cheese, peanut butter, cocoa powder, and chocolate protein powder, they offer a smooth, fudgy texture packed with flavors and nutrients. Perfect for pre- or post-workout fuel, a quick snack, or a healthy dessert alternative, these protein balls are easy to make and can be stored in the fridge or freezer for convenience.

• Author: Rami
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling)
• Yield: 12 protein balls 1x
• Category: Snack
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Low Fat

Ingredients

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The Base:

• 1/2 cup cottage cheese (2% or 4% fat works best)
• 1/2 cup Justin’s Classic Peanut Butter (or almond butter)
• 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 scoop Orgain chocolate protein powder (about 30g)
• 1/4 cup Anthony’s almond flour
• 3 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Optional Chocolate Coating:

• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

Instructions

1. Blend Your Base: Add cottage cheese, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to your food processor. Blend for 30 seconds until completely smooth with no lumps to ensure a creamy texture.
2. Add Dry Ingredients: Incorporate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, and a pinch of salt. Pulse the mixture until it forms a thick dough that sticks together when pressed but isn’t wet. Adjust consistency by adding a teaspoon of water if too dry or more almond flour if too wet.
3. Roll Into Balls: Using a small cookie scoop, portion 1 to 1.5 tablespoons of dough per ball. Roll each portion between your palms until smooth and place on a parchment-lined plate. This recipe yields exactly 12 balls.
4. Chill: Freeze the balls for 15 minutes or refrigerate them for 30 minutes to firm up and significantly improve texture. This step is essential and should not be skipped.
5. Optional Chocolate Coating: Melt dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second microwave bursts. Dip each chilled ball in the melted chocolate, allow excess to drip off, then return to parchment. Refrigerate for 5 more minutes to set the coating.

Notes

• Use room temperature cottage cheese for smoother blending.
• Do not over-process the dough to avoid a dense texture.
• Wet your hands slightly when rolling the balls to prevent sticking.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days; flavor improves after 2 days.
• Freeze for up to 3 months; frozen balls resemble fudgy truffles.
• Good at room temperature for 2-3 hours, ideal for lunchboxes or gym bags.
• Variations include using PB2 powder for a peanut butter cup flavor, mint extract for mint chocolate, and vanilla protein powder with sprinkles for birthday cake flavor.
• Can increase protein content by adding an extra half scoop of protein powder and 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt.

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