High Protein Cottage Cheese Peanut Butter Balls

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Rest Time 10 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Cuisine:
Courses:
Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 350  F
Servings: 14
Calories: 128
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Gluten Free, Refined Sugar Free
Ingredients
    For the peanut butter filling:
  • 1/2 cup cottage cheese (4%, small curd)
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 30 g protein powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • For the chocolate shell:
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (Hu or preferred brand)
  • 2 teaspoons peanut butter
Instructions
  1. 1

    Add the cottage cheese, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond flour, protein powder, and salt to a food processor. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.

  2. 2
    Using a cookie scoop, form about14 evenly sized balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. 3
    Transfer the tray to the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up. While the balls chill, combine the chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until fully melted and smooth.
  4. 4
    Remove the peanut butter balls from the freezer and dip each one into the melted chocolate, coating evenly. Place them back onto the parchment-lined sheet. Sprinkle with sea salt if desired. Refrigerate for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the chocolate shell is set. Enjoy right away or store for later.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 14

Serving Size 1 ball

Amount Per Serving
Calories 120kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.7g12%
Saturated Fat 2.8g14%
Cholesterol 1.1mg1%
Sodium 108.5mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 8.3g3%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 5.5g
Protein 5g10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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