Description
A fun, healthier twist on traditional cannoli, this Protein Apple Pie Cannoli Dip is creamy, delicious, and packed with apple pie flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1 cup finely chopped apples
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cannoli shells, crushed (or graham crackers)
Instructions
- Blend the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and protein powder. With a hand mixer or a whisk, blend until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the Flavor: Add chopped apples, maple syrup, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix gently until everything is evenly distributed.
- Chill Out: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
- Prepare the Cannoli Crunch: While the dip is chilling, crush the cannoli shells or graham crackers into small pieces.
- Serve It Up: Once the dip has had time to chill, give it a gentle stir and transfer it into a beautiful serving bowl. Top with the crushed cannoli shells or graham crackers for that delightful crunch.
Notes
Can be made a day ahead; add crunchy toppings just before serving to maintain freshness. Experiment with different protein powder flavors for a unique taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: cannoli dip, apple pie, healthy dessert, protein snack