Description
If you love Snickers but want a healthier, protein-packed alternative, this Cottage Cheese & Peanut Butter Snickers Dessert is for you! It’s creamy, nutty, and chocolatey, with all the flavors of a classic Snickers bar—without the sugar overload. Made with blended cottage cheese, peanut butter, dates, and dark chocolate, this easy no-bake dessert is gluten-free, high in protein, and naturally sweetened.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cottage Cheese Base:
- 1 ½ cups cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup (or 1 tbsp for less sweetness)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Snickers Layer:
- ½ cup chopped dates (softened in warm water for 5 minutes if needed)
- ¼ cup crushed peanuts
- 1 tbsp peanut butter (drizzled on top for extra flavor!)
For the Chocolate Topping:
- ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips (or sugar-free chocolate for low-carb option)
- 1 tsp coconut oil (for smooth melting)
- Pinch of sea salt (optional, for that classic Snickers contrast!)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Cottage Cheese Base
- Blend cottage cheese, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into an 8×8 baking dish or individual ramekins and spread evenly.
Step 2: Add the Snickers Layer
- Sprinkle chopped dates and crushed peanuts over the cottage cheese mixture.
- Drizzle 1 tbsp peanut butter over the top for extra flavor.
Step 3: Melt & Add the Chocolate Topping
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Pour the melted chocolate over the dessert and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt for a Snickers-like sweet-salty contrast.
Step 4: Chill & Serve
- Place the dish in the freezer for 30 minutes or the fridge for at least 1 hour until set.
- Slice into squares or scoop with a spoon and enjoy!
Notes
- High-Protein & Guilt-Free: A healthier take on Snickers, packed with protein from cottage cheese and peanut butter.
- No-Bake & Quick to Make: Just blend, layer, and chill—ready in minutes!
- Naturally Sweetened: Uses dates and dark chocolate instead of refined sugar.
- Customizable: Easily make it vegan, nut-free, or low-carb with simple swaps.
- Meal-Prep Friendly: Store in the fridge or freezer for a ready-to-eat snack anytime!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American, High-Protein Dessert
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg