Decadent Chocolate Covered Strawberries Cottage Cheese Bowl
A quick and healthy snack combining creamy cottage cheese, fresh strawberries, and rich melted dark chocolate for a delicious and nostalgic treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Total Time: 8 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (225 g) full-fat or low-fat cottage cheese, well-drained
- 1 cup (about 150 g) fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ½ cup (90 g) dark chocolate chips or bar, at least 70% cocoa
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds, optional)
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Rinse the strawberries under cold water, pat dry with a paper towel, hull and halve them. Set aside.
- Melt the dark chocolate chips or chopped bar pieces in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth. Alternatively, melt over a double boiler on low heat.
- In a medium bowl, combine the cottage cheese, vanilla extract, honey or maple syrup (if using), and a pinch of sea salt. Optionally pulse briefly in a food processor for a smoother texture.
- Spoon the cottage cheese mixture into serving bowls or glasses. Arrange the halved strawberries on top or fold some in.
- Drizzle the melted chocolate generously over the strawberries. Optionally dip some strawberry halves partially into the chocolate before placing on top.
- Sprinkle chopped walnuts or almonds over the top for crunch and extra flavor.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to let the chocolate set slightly.
Notes
Pat strawberries dry thoroughly to prevent chocolate from seizing. Melt chocolate in short bursts and stir often to avoid burning. Draining cottage cheese prevents watery texture. Optionally pulse cottage cheese for smoother texture. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator up to 2 days; avoid freezing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 13.5
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 22.5
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 19
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