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No-Bake Protein Bars with Cottage Cheese Recipe

This no-bake cottage cheese recipe creates soft, chewy protein bars packed with flavor and nutrients.
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Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Post-workout snack, Snack
Cuisine American, Healthy living
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • High-powered blender or food processor (minimum 7-10 cup capacity)
  • 8x8 inch baking pan

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • ½ cup almond butter or peanut butter
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips optional

Instructions
 

  • Add cottage cheese, oats, almond or peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla protein powder, and vanilla extract to a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  • Stir in dark chocolate chips, if using.
  • Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Spread the mixture evenly into the pan and press down firmly to create a compact layer.
  • Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for 1 hour until the bars are firm.
  • Once chilled, cut the mixture into bars or squares.

Notes

  • These cottage cheese protein bars can be stored in the fridge for up to one week or frozen for up to 3 months for longer storage.
  • You can substitute the nut butter with sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
  • For a sweeter bar, add extra honey or maple syrup.
  • To boost texture, fold in nuts, seeds, or dried fruit.
  • Use gluten-free oats if needed for a gluten-free version.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 18gFat: 7g
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