Ingredients (makes about 15-20 balls):

•  1 cup low fat cottage cheese 

•  ¼ cup pure maple syrup or raw honey 

•  1 tsp vanilla extract

•  1 cup almond flour 

•  1 scoop vanilla protein powder

•  ⅓ cup Lily’s dark chocolate chips

•  Pinch of salt 

•  Optional: 2 tbsp peanut butter

Instructions:

1.  Blend Wet Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth to eliminate curds (about 2-3 minutes). If using peanut butter, add it here.

2.  Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine almond flour, protein powder, and a pinch of salt. Pour in the blended cottage cheese mixture and stir until a dough forms. Fold in mini chocolate chips.

3.  Adjust Consistency: If the dough is too sticky, add 1-2 tbsp more almond flour or protein powder. If too dry, add a splash of maple syrup or water.

4.  Form Balls: Use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion the dough. Roll into golf ball-sized balls (about 1-1.5 tbsp each) and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

5.  Chill: Freeze the balls for 20-30 minutes to firm up.

Nutrition (per ball, based on 15 balls, varies by ingredients):

•  Calories: ~100-120 kcal

•  Protein: ~5-7g

•  Carbs: ~8-11g

•  Fat: ~6-8g