Looking for an easy, healthy dessert? These Keto Pistachio Cottage Cheese Bonbons are perfect! They’re sugar-free, gluten-free, and super low-carb.
Each Pistachio Cottage Cheese Ball is packed with protein and low in carbs. You can satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt.
Why These Keto Bonbons are the Perfect Sweet Treat
These bonbons are a great option for anyone on a keto diet or looking for a low-carb dessert. With simple ingredients, they’re an easy recipe that doesn’t take much time to prepare.
Each high protein cottage cheese ball is rich, creamy, and packed with healthy fats and protein. They’re ideal for curbing your cravings while keeping you on track with your meal plan.
And let’s not forget – they’re incredibly versatile!
These bonbons would make a fun and festive holiday meal dessert, especially for St. Patrick’s Day or a green-themed party (hello, green fluff!). Plus, you can make them ahead of time and store them in an airtight container to grab whenever you need a quick keto-friendly snack.
Ingredients
- cottage cheese
- almond flour
- crushed pistachios
- Swerve sweetener (or your favorite sugar-free sweetener)
- vanilla extract
- dark chocolate (sugar-free, for coating)
- coconut oil (for coating)
If you’d like to see how I made this recipe, check out my quick YouTube video for helpful process shots and tips!
Instructions
- Blend the base. Add the cottage cheese, almond flour, crushed pistachios, Swerve sweetener, and vanilla extract to an immersion blender. Blend until smooth and well combined. The mixture should be firm enough to shape.
- Shape the bonbons. Scoop and roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Coating options:
- Option 1: Pistachio Coating
Roll each ball immediately in crushed pistachios until fully coated. No need to freeze! This is a quick and easy way to enjoy them. - Option 2: Chocolate Coating
Place the shaped balls in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up. While they’re freezing, melt the dark chocolate with the coconut oil. Once the bonbons are ready, dip each one into the melted chocolate, ensuring they’re fully coated. Place them back on the baking sheet to set.
- Option 1: Pistachio Coating
- Serve or store. After coating, your keto bonbons are ready to enjoy! For the chocolate-coated ones, let the chocolate harden before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Adjusting the Almond Flour
Depending on the type of cottage cheese you use, the mixture might be too wet or too dry.
- If it’s too wet and not forming into balls easily, just add more almond flour, one tablespoon at a time, until it sticks together.
- If it’s too dry, mix in a little more cottage cheese to get the right consistency.
The key is to make the mixture firm but still sticky enough to hold shape.
Tips & Variations
- Add more flavor. For a little twist, consider a sprinkle of cocoa powder to the mixture for added flavor.
- Alternative coatings. Not into dark chocolate? You can use cool whip or even a mix of cream cheese and vanilla for a creamy coating.
- Protein boost. You could also add a scoop of protein powder to the mix if you’re looking to bump up your protein intake even more! This makes them a great option for a healthy dessert or even a high-protein snack.
Conclusion
These Keto Pistachio Cottage Cheese Bonbons are the perfect way to enjoy a sweet, guilt-free treat. Whether you’re craving something to satisfy your sweet tooth, need a quick side dish for a holiday meal, or just want a low-carb dessert, these bonbons check all the boxes.
Plus, they’re simple enough to make any day of the week, and they keep well in the fridge for when you need that quick, indulgent moment. Give them a try, and let me know how they turned out for you! Make sure to print out the printable recipe card at the bottom of the page for easy access later.
FAQ
Q: Can I use fat-free cottage cheese in this recipe?
A: Yes, you can, but the texture might change slightly. Full-fat cottage cheese adds creaminess, but fat-free cottage cheese can still work if you’re looking to reduce fat. You may need to add more almond flour as well.
Q: How many grams of protein are in these bonbons?
A: The protein content will vary based on the brands of ingredients used. On average, each bonbon contains about 1-1.5 grams of protein from the cottage cheese and almond flour.
Q: How many total carbs are in these bonbons?
A: The total carbs will depend on the specific ingredients used, but on average, each bonbon contains about 0.9-1.2 net carbs.
Q: Can I add heavy whipping cream to the mixture?
A: Heavy whipping cream isn’t necessary, but you can add a small amount for extra creaminess. Keep in mind that it may make the mixture softer, which could affect the shaping process.
Q: What’s the best way to store these bonbons?
A: Store the bonbons in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for up to a week. If you need to store them longer, freeze them for up to a month.
Q: Can I make these bonbons for St. Patrick’s Day?
A: Absolutely! The green pistachio coating makes them perfect for St. Patrick’s Day. You can even add a drop of green food coloring to the chocolate coating for extra festivity.
Q: What if my mixture is too wet to shape?
A: If the mixture is too wet, add more almond flour, one tablespoon at a time, until it becomes firm enough to roll into balls.
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Keto Pistachio Cottage Cheese Bonbons
Ingredients
Keto Pistachio Cottage Cheese Bonbons
- 1/2 cup full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup pistachios crushed
- 1/4 cup swerve
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract sugar-free
Coating: Option 1
- 1/2 cup pistachios crushed
Coating: Option 2
- 1 cup dark chocolate sugar-free for coating
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil for coating
Instructions
Bonbons Base
- Blend the base. Add the cottage cheese, almond flour, crushed pistachios, Swerve sweetener, and vanilla extract to a blender. Blend until smooth and well combined. The mixture should be firm enough to shape.
- Shape the bonbons. Scoop and roll the mixture into bite-sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Coating options
- Option 1: Pistachio Coating
- Roll each ball immediately in crushed pistachios until fully coated. No need to freeze! This is a quick and easy way to enjoy them.
- Option 2: Chocolate Coating
- Place the shaped balls in the freezer for about 30 minutes to firm up. While they’re freezing, melt the dark chocolate with the coconut oil. Once the bonbons are ready, dip each one into the melted chocolate, ensuring they’re fully coated. Place them back on the baking sheet to set.
- Serve or store. After coating, your keto bonbons are ready to enjoy! For the chocolate-coated ones, let the chocolate harden before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
YouTube Video
Notes
Adjusting the Almond Flour
Depending on the type of cottage cheese you use, the mixture might be too wet or too dry.- If it’s too wet and not forming into balls easily, just add more almond flour, one tablespoon at a time, until it sticks together.
- If it’s too dry, mix in a little more cottage cheese to get the right consistency.
Tips & Variations
- Add more flavor. For a little twist, consider a sprinkle of cocoa powder to the mixture for added flavor.
- Alternative coatings. Not into dark chocolate? You can use cool whip or even a mix of cream cheese and vanilla for a creamy coating.
- Protein boost. You could also add a scoop of protein powder to the mix if you’re looking to bump up your protein intake even more! This makes them a great option for a healthy dessert or even a high-protein snack.
