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Blend up cottage cheese with cocoa powder and maple syrup to create a luscious chocolate filling. Finished with a salty chocolate coating and ready in just over 30 minutes, plus chill time.
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Clare Greco
Updated on Sat, 17 May 2025 11:32:54 GMT
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Cottage cheese and chocolate? Honestly, I'd never put those together in my wildest snack dreams. But then my neighbor Jen swaggered in with these over-the-top truffles at last summer's block party. Me, the lifelong cottage cheese skeptic—yep, the same one who'd flinch when Mom paired it with syrupy canned peaches back in her 90s diet phase—gave in. And let me tell you, these treats flipped my entire view on its head.

My teenage son, notorious for inspecting everything before eating, inhaled three of these right off the bat. When I revealed what he’d just eaten, he glared at me in disbelief and muttered, "No way." Then he grabbed two more and kept staring like I might be playing a trick on him.

Irresistible Truffle Ingredients

  • Maple syrup: Trust me, use actual maple syrup, not the pancake stuff.
  • Cocoa powder: This is where all the rich chocolate flavor comes from.
  • Coconut oil: Makes the chocolate on the outside glossy and smooth.
  • Flaky sea salt: That little extra that makes every bite pop.
  • Chocolate chips: You’ll melt these for the outside shell.
  • Cottage cheese: Go for the small curd, full-fat kind. It blends best.
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Playful Truffle Prep

Rolling with Ease
If you grease your hands with a swipe of coconut oil before rolling, the mixture won’t cling everywhere. Roll fast, making walnut-sized balls. If things get sticky, just chill the mix again for a bit.
Chill the Good Stuff
Let the truffle mix firm up in the fridge—at least four hours, but overnight is even better. If you're impatient and skip this, you’ll just end up a mess (and yes, chocolate in your hair is possible, ask me how I know).
Blending Like a Pro
Toss the cottage cheese in your food processor and let it rip until everything’s super-smooth—look for zero lumps, even if it takes a couple of minutes. Don’t skimp on this, or your secret will get out immediately.
Build Your Mixture
When your cottage cheese is totally creamy, add cocoa and maple syrup and blend again. It’ll look a lot like chocolate pudding (and if you sneak a spoonful, I don’t blame you). Want it thicker? Add a bit more cocoa powder till it seems right.

I snuck these onto the holiday dessert table last year and didn’t breathe a word about cottage cheese. My aunt, who has a lifelong grudge against it, devoured four and demanded the how-to. Even after seeing the walkthrough on my phone, she couldn't believe it—they're now her go-to treat and she calls them her protein fix.

Fix-It Tips

If rolling gets tough because your mix is too squishy, add more cocoa powder slowly. If the chocolate clumps up while melting, it probably met water—wipe everything dry and try a gentler heat. If your truffles melt while coating, shove them back in the freezer and chill out a bit—the wait’s totally worth it.

Fun Ways to Mix It Up

Add a dash of peppermint extract for a minty twist. Or skip dipping them in chocolate and roll in toasted coconut or chopped nuts for a faster spin. Love coffee? Stir in some instant espresso. Peanut butter fans: swap in some peanut powder for chocolate-peanut truffles.

Tasty Ways to Share

I love showing these off next to some fresh berries for a fancy dinner vibe. Sometimes I cut them in half and crown a brownie with them—so good. They also fit right in on a cheese board for that sweet surprise (but maybe keep the cottage cheese secret until people have had a bite).

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I’ve taken these truffles along to everything from fundraisers to book club, and every time the big reveal gets gasps. There’s just something fun about taking a food that everyone thinks they hate and turning it into a treat they can’t stop snacking on. If you think cottage cheese is weird, you might just be won over—it happened to me too!

Recipe FAQs

→ Will I notice any cottage cheese taste?
Nope! When blended with sweeteners and cocoa, the cottage cheese turns into a smooth, creamy base that doesn’t taste like cheese at all.
→ Should I pick full-fat cottage cheese?
Full-fat gives the richest texture, but low-fat works too! Just avoid fat-free since it tends to mess with the consistency.
→ Can they be stored in the freezer?
Definitely! Pop them into a sealed container, and they’ll keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. You can enjoy straight from the freezer or let them soften a bit.
→ Any swaps for maple syrup?
Honey is a great alternative, or you can go for agave. Lower-sugar choices like liquid stevia or monk fruit sweeteners also work, but you might need to tweak the amounts.
→ Can I experiment with different tastes?
Sure! Add a splash of peppermint extract, a zest of orange, or a small spoon of instant espresso powder to mix up the flavors.

Choco Cottage Bites

Luxurious chocolate-coated bites with an unexpected core—cottage cheese! Lightly salted with a gourmet touch, you’d never guess they’re healthy.

Prep Time
30 min
Cooking Time
15 min
Total Time
45 min
By: Ana

Category: Desserts

Skill Level: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yields: 24 Servings (24 truffles)

Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

Ingredients

01 Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
02 1 teaspoon coconut oil
03 3/4 cup chocolate chips
04 3/4 cup cocoa powder
05 3 tablespoons maple syrup (or swap for honey)
06 1 cup of regular cottage cheese

Steps

Step 01

Scoop 1 cup of cottage cheese into a small blender or processor. Blitz it till it turns silky. Then toss in 3 tablespoons of maple syrup (or honey if you'd like) along with 3/4 cup of cocoa powder. Blend again, stopping here and there to scrape the sides. Try the mix and tweak the sweetness if it feels off.

Step 02

Pour the blended mix into a container. Level out the surface with a spatula, cover it up, and pop it into the fridge. Leave it there for several hours or overnight until it firms up and the flavors deepen.

Step 03

Once firm, grab a mini scoop or teaspoon and portion out around 2 teaspoons of the mix at a time. Roll each into a ball and place them all on a parchment-covered plate. When you're done, freeze them for about 30 minutes to an hour until solid.

Step 04

In a little saucepan over low heat, melt 3/4 cup of chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Stir constantly so it doesn't burn. Once it’s fully melted and smooth, shift the chocolate into a smaller bowl for dipping convenience.

Step 05

Grab a chilled truffle and dunk it in the melted chocolate. Set it back onto the parchment-lined plate and repeat for all the truffles. Make sure every ball gets a nice, even chocolate coat.

Step 06

Sprinkle flaky sea salt over the freshly dipped truffles before the chocolate hardens. Slide the plate into the freezer for another half hour to an hour so the coating sets completely.

Notes

  1. Stays good in the freezer for about 3 months
  2. Cottage cheese flavor is totally hidden
  3. Creamiest result comes from full-fat cottage cheese
  4. Experiment with extracts for extra flavor

Required Equipment

  • Small blender or food processor
  • Little saucepan
  • Parchment sheet
  • Bowl for dipping
  • Mini scoop or regular spoon

Allergen Information

Review each ingredient for potential allergens and consult a healthcare professional if needed.
  • Contains dairy (cottage cheese, chocolate)
  • Possible soy content (depends on chocolate chips)

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

These details are for informational purposes only and don’t replace medical advice.
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