Sugar-Free Energy Dessert
These sugar-free energy bars are a nutritious and naturally sweet treat made with dried fruits, nuts, seeds, cottage cheese, and yogurt. Packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, they make the perfect guilt-free dessert or energy snack!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 bars
- Category: Healthy Snacks, Sugar-Free Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Healthy, Sugar-Free
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
- 130g assorted dried fruits (cranberries, apricots, plums, raisins)
- 20g fast-dissolving gelatin
- 50g walnuts
- 50g peanuts
- 50g pumpkin seeds
- 350g cottage cheese
- 80g yogurt (unsweetened)
Instructions
- Prepare the Gelatin:
- Dissolve gelatin in warm water according to package instructions. Let it bloom for a few minutes.
- Blend the Base:
- In a food processor, blend cottage cheese and yogurt until smooth.
- Chop & Mix:
- Finely chop the dried fruits, walnuts, peanuts, and pumpkin seeds.
- Combine with the cottage cheese mixture.
- Combine with Gelatin:
- Slowly add the dissolved gelatin into the mixture, stirring well.
- Set & Chill:
- Pour the mixture into a lined baking dish or silicone mold.
- Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or until firm.
- Slice & Serve:
- Once set, cut into bars or squares and enjoy!
Notes
- Nut-Free Version: Replace nuts with more seeds (chia, sunflower, or hemp seeds).
- Extra Creamy Texture: Use Greek yogurt instead of regular yogurt.
- Make It Vegan: Swap cottage cheese for blended silken tofu and use agar-agar instead of gelatin.
- Storage: Keep refrigerated for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
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