Description
These Frozen Chocolate-Dipped Blueberry Cottage Cheese Clusters are a healthy, indulgent treat that combines creamy cottage cheese, sweet blueberries, and rich dark chocolate. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt, these protein-packed clusters are easy to make and provide a refreshing, cool snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup honey
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cottage Cheese Mixture:
- In a bowl, mix cottage cheese, fresh blueberries, honey, and vanilla extract until well combined.
2. Form the Clusters:
- Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, shaping them into clusters.
3. Freeze:
- Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze for 2 hours or until firm.
4. Melt the Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together.
- Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until smooth and fully melted.
5. Dip the Clusters:
- Once the cottage cheese clusters are frozen, dip them into the melted chocolate, coating each one evenly.
- Place the clusters back onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.
6. Freeze Again:
- Return the clusters to the freezer and allow the chocolate to set for about 30 minutes to 1 hour.
7. Serve:
- Serve the clusters frozen and enjoy!
Notes
- Add Nuts: Sprinkle chopped nuts like almonds or pistachios on top before freezing for extra crunch.
- Use Different Fruit: Try swapping blueberries with raspberries, strawberries, or diced mango for a unique flavor.
- Sweetener Options: Use maple syrup or agave as alternatives to honey.
- Chocolate Variations: If you prefer a sweeter flavor, try using white or milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Frozen
- Cuisine: American
