Description
These Cottage Cheese Pumpkin Balls are a creamy, protein-packed snack combining the rich flavors of pumpkin puree and warm pumpkin pie spice, coated with a drizzle of dark chocolate for an indulgent yet healthy treat. Perfect for fall or anytime you crave a nutritious but satisfying bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full fat)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- ⅓ cup sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/2 cup coconut flour
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- Dark chocolate (for topping, amount as desired)
Instructions
- Blend Wet Ingredients. In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, pumpkin purée, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add Dry Ingredients. Add the protein powder, coconut flour, and pumpkin pie spice to the mixture. Blend on low or pulse until well combined. Scrape down the sides if needed to make sure everything mixes evenly.
- Chill the Mixture. Transfer the pumpkin mixture to the fridge and chill for about 30 minutes. This makes it easier to roll into balls.
- Form Balls. Once chilled, scoop out the mixture and roll into 1-inch balls. Place them on a plate or tray lined with parchment paper.
- Melt the Chocolate. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt dark chocolate in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until smooth and fully melted.
- Drizzle the Chocolate. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the pumpkin balls using a spoon. For a thicker coating, you can dip the balls into the chocolate instead.
- Chill Again. Return the pumpkin balls to the fridge for another 15–20 minutes, or until the chocolate is set.
- Serve and Enjoy. Enjoy straight from the fridge or let sit a few minutes to soften slightly. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Use full-fat cottage cheese for creamier texture and richer flavor.
- Vanilla or unflavored protein powder works best, choose based on preference.
- Adjust sweetness to taste depending on your sweetener choice.
- For thicker chocolate coating, dip the balls instead of drizzling.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin balls, cottage cheese snack, protein balls, healthy pumpkin recipe, no bake pumpkin snacks, pumpkin puree, fall snacks
