MACRO-VERIFIED 14G PROTEIN

COTTAGE CHEESE PEPPERMINT BARK PROTEIN BALLS
(MACRO-VERIFIED)

Protein

14G

Calories

195

Prep Time

10M

Bake Time

20M

Yield

These cottage cheese peppermint bark protein balls are a festive, no-bake-cottage-cheese-cookies.html" class="text-brand-600 hover:text-brand-700 font-semibold" title="No-Bake Cottage Cheese Cookies">no-bake holiday treat that's perfect for Christmas gatherings, cookie exchanges, or a minty snack anytime. Cottage cheese provides moisture and protein, while white chocolate chips and crushed candy canes deliver that classic peppermint bark flavor. With 14g of protein per serving and only 10 minutes of prep, these protein balls are a healthier alternative to traditional holiday sweets. All nutrition data is verified using USDA FoodData Central for accuracy.

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INGREDIENTS

ingredient(s) swapped

Nutrition Facts

Updated with substitutions

15 servings per recipe

Serving size

1 cottage cheese recipes

Amount per serving

Calories

195

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 8g

10%

Total Carbohydrate 22g

Dietary Fiber 2g

Total Sugars 14g

Protein 14g

28%

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Verified using USDA FoodData Central

INSTRUCTIONS

In a large bowl, combine cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, oat flour, peppermint extract, and salt. Stir until a thick dough forms.

Fold in white chocolate chips and half the crushed candy canes. If the mixture is too sticky, add a tablespoon more oat flour.

Using your hands, roll the mixture into 15 equal-sized balls (about 2 tablespoons each). Place on a parchment-lined tray.

Mix the remaining crushed candy canes with shredded coconut. Roll each ball in the mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

TROUBLESHOOTING

My cottage cheese recipes are too dry

Try adding 1-2 tablespoons more liquid (milk, yogurt, or egg whites). Also ensure you're not over-measuring the protein powder - use the scoop and level method.

They didn't rise properly

Check your baking powder is fresh (test by adding to hot water - it should bubble vigorously). Also, don't overmix the batter as this can deflate the air bubbles.

The texture is rubbery

This usually means too much protein powder or overbaking. Reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes and check doneness with a toothpick.

SUBSTITUTIONS

Original	Substitute	Notes
Whey Protein	Casein, Plant Blend	May need +10ml liquid
Greek Yogurt	Cottage Cheese, Skyr	Blend smooth first
Egg Whites	Flax Egg, Aquafaba	For vegan option
Oat Flour	Almond Flour, Coconut Flour	Coconut: use 1/3 amount