Description
These Healthy Protein Chocolate Covered Cookie Dough Bites combine creamy cottage cheese, almond flour, and vanilla protein powder into a thick, satisfying dough, then are coated in rich dark chocolate for a guilt-free, protein-packed treat that's perfect for snacking or dessert.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup almond flour
- 1 1/2 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 2 tbsp mini dark chocolate chips
Chocolate Coating
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Blend Base: In a food processor or blender, combine the cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy to form the cookie dough base.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Transfer the blended mixture to a medium bowl. Add almond flour and vanilla protein powder, mixing thoroughly until the dough is thick and resembles cookie dough consistency.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the mini dark chocolate chips into the dough ensuring even distribution.
- Shape and Chill: Portion the dough into mini muffin liners placed in a mini muffin pan. Freeze for about 1 hour to allow the bites to firm up.
- Melt Chocolate: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips with coconut oil by heating in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Coat Bites: Using a fork, dip each chilled cookie dough bite into the melted chocolate until fully coated. Place coated bites on a lined baking sheet. Optionally sprinkle flaky sea salt on top.
- Set Chocolate: Return the baking sheet with coated bites to the freezer for 15-20 minutes until the chocolate hardens. Enjoy these protein-packed treats afterward.
Notes
- Use full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese based on preference, but full-fat contributes to creaminess.
- Maple syrup can be substituted with honey or agave nectar if desired.
- Vanilla protein powder adds flavor and protein; a plant-based powder can be used for vegan variations.
- Mini muffin liners help keep the bites uniform and easy to serve.
- Store the cookie dough bites frozen for best texture and freshness.
- For a crunchier coating, add finely chopped nuts or seeds to the melted chocolate before dipping.
- Flaky sea salt enhances the chocolate flavor but is optional.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cup
- Calories: 146 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 4 mg
