Cottage Cheese Red Velvet Snowballs Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

These Cottage Cheese Red Velvet Snowballs are a delightful no-bake red velvet dessert that combines the rich flavors of red velvet cake with the creaminess of cottage cheese. Perfect for the holiday season, these high-protein holiday candy treats are a healthier alternative to traditional sweets.

This recipe is simple and quick, making it an excellent choice for festive gatherings. Enjoy these creamy cheesecake balls as a guilt-free indulgence that everyone will love.

Easy No-Bake Red Velvet Dessert

A plate of red velvet snowballs coated with coconut and nuts, set in a festive holiday setting.

These red velvet snowballs are made with cottage cheese, cocoa powder, and a touch of sweetness, rolled into bite-sized truffles. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and yields approximately 12 servings, making them perfect for sharing during the holidays.

Ingredients

1 cup cottage cheese
1/2 cup almond flour or crushed graham crackers
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon red food coloring
1/4 cup shredded coconut for rolling (optional)
1/4 cup crushed nuts for rolling (optional)

Instructions

Blend the Base: In a food processor, combine the cottage cheese, almond flour, cocoa powder, honey, vanilla extract, and red food coloring. Blend until smooth and well combined.
Chill the Mixture: Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to firm up.
Form the Balls: Once chilled, scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll them into balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
Coat the Snowballs: Roll the truffles in shredded coconut or crushed nuts if desired, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Chill Again: Place the finished snowballs on a parchment-lined tray and refrigerate for another 15-30 minutes before serving.
Serve: Enjoy these delicious cottage cheese truffles chilled as a healthy Christmas bite or festive treat.