Description

These Cottage Cheese Protein Balls are a no-bake, high-protein snack that tastes like dessert! With a creamy, cookie dough-like texture and a rich chocolate coating, they’re perfect for a quick energy boost, post-workout recovery, or a healthy sweet treat. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and natural sweetness, these protein balls are easy to make, customizable, and absolutely delicious!

Ingredients

Base:

½ cup cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
¼ cup maple syrup (or sugar-free alternative)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup almond flour
¼ cup protein powder (vanilla or preferred flavor)

Chocolate Coating:

½ cup dark chocolate chips (sugar-free recommended)
1 teaspoon coconut oil

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Instructions

Blend the Cottage Cheese
- Using a blender or food processor, blend cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
Mix the Dough
- In a bowl, mix blended cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond flour, and protein powder until a dough forms.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
Shape the Protein Balls
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Freeze for 20 minutes to help them hold their shape.
Melt the Chocolate
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in 15-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
Dip & Set
- Coat each protein ball in melted chocolate and return to the parchment paper.
- Refrigerate until the chocolate hardens.
Enjoy!
- Serve chilled for the best texture and store leftovers in the fridge or freezer.

Notes

For a sugar-free version, use monk fruit syrup and sugar-free chocolate chips.
For extra texture, roll in shredded coconut, crushed nuts, or cocoa powder before chilling.
For meal prep, store in the fridge for 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
For keto-friendly protein balls, replace almond flour with coconut flour and use a keto-approved sweetener.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Snack / High-Protein Treat
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: Healthy / Low-Carb