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Chocolate Blueberry Cottage Cheese Clusters Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 14 cluster halves 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

Delicious and healthy Chocolate Dipped Blueberry Cottage Cheese Clusters combine fresh blueberries, crunchy pecans, and creamy low-fat cottage cheese, sweetened with maple syrup and vanilla, then dipped in rich dark chocolate with a hint of coconut oil and sea salt. Perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert with a satisfying blend of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese, blended
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Chocolate Coating

  • 1 ½ cups dark chocolate chips
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • A pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the surface: Cover a chopping board with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy handling of the clusters.
  2. Mix the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the blueberries, chopped pecans, blended low-fat cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract, mixing gently to distribute all ingredients evenly without breaking the blueberries.
  3. Form clusters: Using about 2 tablespoons of the mixture per cluster, form small clusters on the parchment-covered chopping board.
  4. Freeze clusters: Place the formed clusters in the freezer for 90 minutes, allowing them to partially harden but still keeping the inside soft for the best texture.
  5. Melt chocolate coating: Just before removing clusters from the freezer, combine dark chocolate chips and coconut oil in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second increments, stirring between each until smooth and fully melted.
  6. Dip the clusters: Retrieve the clusters from the freezer and dip each one into the melted chocolate coating, then place them back on the parchment paper. Use a spoon to drizzle any uncovered areas with chocolate for full coverage.
  7. Add finishing touches: Quickly sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on the chocolate-coated clusters before the chocolate hardens to enhance flavor.
  8. Store and serve: Store the whole clusters in the refrigerator to keep chocolate firm. Cut in half before serving for easy portions.

Notes

  • Use fresh blueberries for the best flavor and texture.
  • Blending the cottage cheese ensures a creamy base that binds the clusters well.
  • Partially freezing the clusters prevents them from becoming rock hard and keeps a soft center.
  • Microwave chocolate in small increments to avoid burning.
  • Store clusters refrigerated and consume within 3-4 days for freshness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cluster half
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 1.5g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/chocolate-blueberry-cottage-cheese-clusters-recipe/