Cottage Cheese & Peanut Butter Snickers Dessert Recipe
Introduction
This Cottage Cheese & Peanut Butter Snickers Dessert is a delicious and healthier take on the classic candy bar. With creamy cottage cheese, rich peanut butter, sweet dates, and a smooth chocolate topping, it’s a satisfying treat that’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 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
- 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!)
- 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: Blend cottage cheese, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Step 2: Pour the mixture into an 8×8 baking dish or individual ramekins and spread evenly.
- Step 3: Sprinkle chopped dates and crushed peanuts over the cottage cheese mixture.
- Step 4: Drizzle 1 tbsp peanut butter over the top for extra flavor.
- Step 5: In a microwave-safe bowl, melt dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in 30-second intervals, stirring between each until smooth.
- Step 6: Pour the melted chocolate over the dessert and spread evenly.
- Step 7: Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt for a Snickers-like sweet-salty contrast.
- Step 8: Place the dish in the freezer for 30 minutes or the fridge for at least 1 hour until set.
- Step 9: Slice into squares or scoop with a spoon and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture or creamy for a smoother dessert.
- Swap honey with maple syrup or agave to suit your sweetness preference or dietary needs.
- Try sugar-free or dark chocolate varieties to reduce sugar content.
- Soften dates in warm water if they are too dry to ensure even layering.
Storage
Store this dessert in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to a week. To serve after freezing, let it thaw for a few minutes at room temperature for easier slicing and better texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make this dessert vegan?
To make it vegan, substitute the cottage cheese with a plant-based yogurt or blended silken tofu and use maple syrup instead of honey. Ensure the chocolate chips are dairy-free as well.
Is this dessert high in protein?
Yes, the cottage cheese and peanut butter provide a good amount of protein, making this dessert both satisfying and nourishing.
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Cottage Cheese & Peanut Butter Snickers Dessert Recipe
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Diet: Low Fat
Description
A delicious and healthy twist on the classic Snickers bar, this Cottage Cheese & Peanut Butter Snickers Dessert combines creamy blended cottage cheese with natural peanut butter, sweet dates, crunchy peanuts, and a smooth chocolate topping. Perfect as a low-sugar, protein-packed treat that’s easy to prepare without baking.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 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
Toppings
- 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!)
Chocolate Layer
- 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
- Blend the base mixture. In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, natural peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring a uniform texture for the dessert base.
- Prepare the baking dish. Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into an 8×8 inch baking dish or divide it evenly into individual ramekins. Use a spatula to spread the mixture into an even layer.
- Add dates and peanuts. Evenly sprinkle the chopped dates over the base, followed by the crushed peanuts. These add sweetness and crunch to mimic the Snickers bar experience.
- Drizzle additional peanut butter. Warm the 1 tablespoon of peanut butter slightly if needed, then drizzle it over the top of the dessert for an extra burst of peanut flavor.
- Melt the chocolate. Place the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring after each, until the chocolate is fully melted and smooth.
- Apply the chocolate layer. Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the dessert, spreading it gently with a spatula or the back of a spoon to cover the entire surface.
- Add sea salt. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the chocolate layer to enhance the sweet and salty contrast, similar to a traditional Snickers bar.
- Set the dessert. Chill the assembled dessert by placing it in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up, or in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour if you prefer a softer set.
- Serve and enjoy. Once set, slice the dessert into squares or scoop it with a spoon. Serve chilled as a satisfying and nutritious snack or dessert.
Notes
- You can use creamy or crunchy peanut butter depending on your texture preference.
- Softening the dates in warm water makes chopping easier and creates a moister texture.
- For a lower-carb version, substitute dark chocolate chips with sugar-free chocolate.
- If you prefer a sweeter dessert, use the full 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup; reduce to 1 tablespoon for less sweetness.
- A pinch of sea salt is optional but highly recommended for authentic Snickers flavor contrast.
- This dessert can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Cottage Cheese Dessert, Peanut Butter Dessert, Healthy Snickers, No Bake Dessert, Protein Snack, Low Sugar Dessert
