Description
This easy high protein cottage cheese fudge is a rich, creamy, and satisfying treat that comes together with simple ingredients. Perfect as a healthy snack, quick dessert, or post-workout bite, it blends smooth cottage cheese with deep chocolate flavor for a no-bake, easy recipe you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you’re looking for quick breakfast ideas, healthy dessert options, or simple food ideas, this fudge delivers indulgence with a nutritious twist.
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup dark chocolate chips
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons nut butter (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
1. Blend the cottage cheese in a high-speed blender until completely smooth and creamy.
2. Melt the dark chocolate chips gently using a microwave or double boiler, stirring until smooth.
3. Add melted chocolate, maple syrup, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt to the blender.
4. Blend again until the mixture is thick, smooth, and fully combined.
5. Taste and adjust sweetness or cocoa level if needed.
6. Fold in nut butter or chopped nuts if using.
7. Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and pour the mixture in.
8. Smooth the top evenly and add optional toppings like sea salt.
9. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours until firm.
10. Slice into squares and serve chilled.
Notes
Make sure to blend the cottage cheese thoroughly to avoid a grainy texture.
Use high-quality chocolate for the best flavor and smooth consistency.
Chill long enough to fully set, otherwise the fudge may be too soft to slice cleanly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: high protein fudge, cottage cheese dessert, healthy chocolate fudge, easy no bake dessert, quick snack ideas