Description
These dreamy bites are the ultimate guilt-free indulgence! Packed with rich chocolate flavor, natural sweetness, and a creamy protein-boosted filling, they’re perfect as a post-workout treat or a sweet midday pick-me-up. No oven needed—just blend, chill, and enjoy!
Ingredients
Crust:
8 Medjool dates, pitted
1¾ cups almond flour
4 tbsp chocolate protein powder
2 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Filling:
1 cup cottage cheese
½ cup vanilla protein powder
2 tbsp cashew butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
⅓ cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Make the crust: In a food processor, blend dates until sticky. Add almond flour, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla. Blend until a soft dough forms.
Form base: Press crust mixture evenly into the bottom of a lined mini muffin tin or silicone mold.
Make the filling: Blend cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, cashew butter, and vanilla extract until silky smooth.
Assemble: Spoon the filling over the crusts. Smooth the tops, then sprinkle mini chocolate chips evenly.
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or freeze for 45 minutes until set.
Serve: Pop out of molds and enjoy cold for the best texture!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hrs
Nutrition
- Calories: 150 / serving
- Sugar: 6g / serving
- Fat: 8g / serving
- Carbohydrates: 11g / serving
- Fiber: 2g / serving
- Protein: 9g / serving