Cottage cheese with chocolate
Not only is this dish quick and easy to make, it's also packed with protein and other healthy ingredients.
Cottage cheese is a fantastic breakfast choice!
Ingredients
For this delicious recipe you will need:
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 bag of chocolate granola (30g)
- ½ cup cottage cheese (100g)
- 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- Optional: ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 banana
Preparation
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Add the cocoa powder, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the cottage cheese and stir well. The cocoa powder may not fully mix right away, but after a few minutes of waiting, the powder will hydrate and fully incorporate.
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Scoop the flavored cottage cheese into a bowl and top with granola, banana slices, and a drizzle of peanut butter. Enjoy this delicious dish immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Why This Recipe Is So Awesome
This Cottage Cheese Chocolate Peanut Butter recipe is packed with benefits:
- Protein : Cottage cheese is a fantastic source of protein, which aids in muscle building and recovery, and provides long-lasting feelings of satiety.
- Antioxidants : Cocoa powder is packed with antioxidants that protect the body from harmful free radicals.
- Healthy Fats : Peanut butter provides healthy fats that are essential for a balanced diet and aid in the absorption of vitamins.
- Energy boost : The granola and banana provide a quick energy boost thanks to their natural sugars and fibres, perfect for an active morning or a busy day.
Try this recipe and enjoy a tasty and nutritious breakfast that will give you the energy to start the day. Let me know what you think and share your variations!