Description
This recipe combines light mini cheesecakes and delicious cosmic brownie protein balls for a delightful treat.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp sweetener of choice (honey, monkfruit, maple syrup, etc.)
- 1 lb chicken thighs or breasts
- 3/4 cup crispy rice cereal
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup vegan protein powder
- 2 tbsp nut butter
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, blend cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, egg, and sweetener until smooth.
- Pour mixture into a greased mini cheesecake pan.
- Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Cool cheesecakes and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
- Mix cocoa, protein powder, and nut butter.
- Roll into balls and chill.
Notes
- The mini cheesecakes are a creamy base that stays light.
- The Greek yogurt adds tang and creaminess to balance sweet flavors.
- Chilling the cheesecakes is essential for the right texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cheesecake or 1 protein ball
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg