🍫 No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites (Diabetic-Friendly)

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
• ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup almond flour (or oat flour)
• 1–2 scoops chocolate protein powder (sugar-free or low-carb)
• 2 tbsp natural peanut butter or almond butter
• 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (adjust for texture)
• 1–2 tbsp erythritol or stevia (to taste)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Optional chocolate coating:

• ½ cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips (melted)
• 1 tsp coconut oil

Instructions

1. Blend Base:
   • In a food processor, blend cottage cheese, nut butter, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Add Dry Ingredients:
   • Add protein powder, cocoa powder, almond flour, sweetener, and salt.
   • Blend again until it forms a thick, dough-like texture.
   • If too dry, add a splash of almond milk.
3. Form Bites:
   • Scoop out small portions and roll into bite-sized balls.
   • Place them on a parchment-lined tray.
4. Optional Chocolate Coating:
   • Melt sugar-free chocolate chips with coconut oil.
   • Dip each bite into the melted chocolate, then chill to set.
5. Chill:
   • Refrigerate for 30–45 minutes or until firm.

Nutrition Highlights (approx. per bite)

• Calories: ~90–110
• Protein: 6–8g
• Net Carbs: 2–4g
• Fat: 6g
• No added sugar, and low glycemic impact.

Tips

• Use casein protein for extra creaminess or whey isolate for a lighter texture.
• Store in the fridge up to 5 days or freeze for longer.
• Add a pinch of espresso powder for a mocha flavor twist!