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Cottage Cheese Frozen Bars

Cottage Cheese Frozen Bars

by Dragana Raosavljev
Cottage Cheese Frozen Bars – a protein dessert made from a few simple ingredients – quick, easy, and incredibly tasty. If you’re looking for a refreshing and healthy dessert you can make ahead of time, meet your new favorite: cottage cheese frozen bars! 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Bars and Brownies
Cuisine American
Servings 9 -12
Calories 260

Ingredients
  

Base

  • 1 ¼ cups Graham cracker crumbs
  • 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter or nut butter like almond butter
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar

Cottage cheese layer

  • 3 cups cottage cheese
  • 6 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons penaut buuter
  • 3 tablespoons chocolate chips

Topping- optional

  • graham cracker crumbs
  • peanut butter
  • chocolate chips

Instructions
 

To Make the Base:

  • Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter or nut butter, and honey. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, spreading it evenly across the bottom. Gently press it down using a firm object - like a measuring cup.
  • Tip: Don’t press too hard, or the base will become too dense. A light, firm press is enough.
  • Place it in the fridge while you prepare the filling.

To Make the Filling:

  • Place the cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.Add the peanut butter and blend again until creamy.
  • Fold in the chocolate chips. Spread the filling evenly over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
  • Cover the pan with plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, or until set.

Notes

  • If you want a higher-protein version, add a scoop of whey protein or collagen.For a dairy-free version, use vegan cream cheese instead of cottage cheese.

How to Store

  • Store the bars in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks.

Tip: 

  • Cover them with plastic wrap before sealing the container to prevent ice crystals from forming.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 260kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 317mgFiber: 1gSugar: 23g
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