Dark Chocolate PBfit & Seed Cottage Cheese Dip
A velvety, high-protein dip blending cottage cheese and PBfit, scattered with rich dark chocolate chunks and crunchy chia seeds. Served with crisp apple slices, it satisfies sweet cravings with minimal prep.
Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Katie + Lila
Katie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
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Prep
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Total
5 min
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Equipment
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Time saver
Meal Prep: Mix the dip base up to 3 days in advance and store in an airtight container in the fridge. Slice the apple fresh right before eating.
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk together 1/2 cup (113g) low-fat cottage…
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Whisk together 1/2 cup (113g) low-fat cottage…
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup (113g) low-fat cottage cheese and 2 tbsp (16g) PBfit peanut butter powder until smooth and creamy.
Look for: smooth and creamy
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Fold in 1 tbsp (12g) dark chocolate…
Fold in 1 tbsp (12g) dark chocolate chunks and 1 tbsp (12g) chia seeds until evenly distributed.
Look for: evenly distributed
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Core and slice 1 medium apple (182g)…
Core and slice 1 medium apple (182g) into thin wedges.
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Transfer the dip to a small bowl…
Transfer the dip to a small bowl and serve immediately alongside the apple slices for dipping.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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