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Nut Butter Balls with Cottage Cheese Recipe

These nut butter balls are a quick and nutritious cottage cheese recipe, perfect for a healthy snack or post-workout treat.
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Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert, Post-workout snack, Snack
Cuisine American, Healthy snack
Servings 10 to 12 protein balls
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ cup peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1 cup oat flour or blended oats
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

Instructions
 

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, honey, cinnamon, peanut butter (or almond butter), oat flour, and vanilla protein powder.
  • Mix all ingredients thoroughly until a smooth dough forms.
  • Roll the mixture into small bite-sized balls using your hands.
  • Place the protein balls on a tray or plate and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up.
  • Serve chilled and enjoy your high-protein cottage cheese snack!

Notes

  • For extra nutrition, add 1-2 tbsp of chia seeds or flaxseeds to boost fiber and omega-3 content.
  • Almond butter gives a milder flavor compared to peanut butter if preferred.
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
  • Ideal for meal prep, post-workout recovery, or a healthy grab-and-go snack.

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 12gFat: 6g
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