These Keto No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites have a fudgy texture. We prepare these no-bake protein bites with full-fat cottage cheese, almond flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, keto chocolate protein powder, powdered erythritol, butter, coconut oil, vanilla extract, sugar-free chocolate chips, and chopped pecans. These no-bake protein bites contain approximately 150 calories and 4 g of net carbs. These protein bites take only 15 minutes to prepare. These Keto No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites are perfect for post-workout snacks, healthy desserts, meal prep, quick breakfasts, afternoon snacks, lunchboxes, or satisfying chocolate cravings any time of the day. You can refrigerate them for 7 days or freeze them for 3 months for longer storage. You can serve these brownie batter protein bites with Keto Bulletproof Coffee, Keto Chocolate Mousse, Keto Vanilla Ice Cream, Unsweetened Almond Milk, or a Cheese and Nut Snack Board.
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STATS:
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Course: Snack, Dessert
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Difficulty: Easy
- Servings: 12
- Cook Time: None
- Serving Size: 2 protein bites
- Calories: 150 kcal
TOOLS:
- Food processor
- Bowl
- Silicone spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cookie scoop
- Sheet
- Baking paper
- Airtight container
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1½ cups almond flour
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- ¼ cup keto chocolate protein powder
- ¼ cup powdered erythritol
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons pecans
INGREDIENT NOTES & KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
COTTAGE CHEESE:
- Because full-fat cottage cheese adds more protein and has a creamy texture, we choose it. Alternatively, you might use mascarpone or full-fat ricotta.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- Almond flour gives these protein bites a soft, fudgy texture while keeping them low in carbs. As a replacement, you can use sunflower seed flour.
UNSWEETENED COCOA POWDER:
- We utilize unsweetened cocoa powder because it delivers a rich chocolate flavor. Instead, you can use Dutch-process cocoa powder.
KETO CHOCOLATE PROTEIN POWDER:
- Keto chocolate protein powder increases the protein content and enhances the chocolate flavor. You can replace it with low-carb whey isolate or collagen peptides.
POWDERED ERYTHRITOL:
- Powdered erythritol sweetens the bites without adding sugar or carbs. As a substitute, you can use powdered monk fruit sweetener or allulose.
BUTTER:
- To boost the fudgy texture & add richness, we include butter. As an alternative, you can use ghee or coconut oil.
SUGAR-FREE CHOCOLATE CHIPS:
- Sugar-free chocolate chips add bursts of chocolate flavor in every bite. Instead, you might utilize chopped dark chocolate.
PECANS:
- Pecans provide a crunchy texture and healthy fats. As a replacement, you can use walnuts or macadamia nuts.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- We mix the cottage cheese till get smoother.
- Include salt, almond flour, vanilla, cocoa powder, coconut oil, protein powder, butter, and erythritol.
- Stir till a thick brownie batter is prepared.
- Whisk in the pecans and chocolate chips.
- We refrigerate the mixture for nearly ten minutes.
- We scoop out and roll into twenty-four small balls.
- Chill for almost thirty minutes & then serve.
TIPS:
- We blend the cottage cheese perfectly to get a silky texture.
- Refrigerate the mixture if it becomes extra soft to roll it.
- Include a small amount of additional almond flour if required.
- We utilize good-quality cocoa powder for a perfect chocolate flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
BREAKFAST:
- Bulletproof Coffee
- Cheese Omelet
- Chia Seed Pudding
- Greek Yogurt Bowl
- Scrambled Eggs
SNACKS:
- Mixed Nuts
- Cheese Cubes
- Beef Jerky
- Celery with Cream Cheese
- Pork Rinds
DESSERTS:
- Chocolate Mousse
- Cheesecake Bites
- Vanilla Ice Cream
- Fat Bombs
- Brownies
DRINKS:
- Unsweetened Almond Milk
- Iced Coffee
- Hot Chocolate
- Herbal Tea
- Green Tea
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put these protein bites in a closed box and stock it for only seven days.
FREEZER:
- Store these protein bites for approx. 2 to 3 days.
FAQs:
Will we omit the protein powder?
- Yes, you can use additional almond flour.
Could we utilize ricotta as an alternative to cottage cheese?
- Yes, you can use high-fat ricotta cheese instead.
May we freeze these protein bites?
- Yes, you can freeze them for approx. 85-90 days.
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NUTRITION FACTS:
Calories: 150 kcal
Protein: 9 g
Fat: 12 g
Total Carbs: 7 g
Fiber: 3 g
Net Carbs: 4 g
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 150 mg
Serving Size: 2 protein bites