In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of cottage cheese, 1 cup of rolled oats, ¼ cup of unsweetened cocoa powder, and ¼ cup each of honey or maple syrup and chocolate protein powder. Add ½ cup of mini chocolate chips and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract along with a pinch of salt. Stir together using a spatula until all ingredients are well incorporated, creating a rich, thick mixture.

Continue mixing the ingredients until you achieve a cohesive batter resembling thick brownie dough. If the mixture feels too dry, add a splash of water to bind it further. Conversely, if the batter seems too wet, incorporate more oats gradually.

Once your mixture is perfectly combined, use your hands to scoop out small portions, forming balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place each shaped ball onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Refrigerate the baking sheet with your protein bites for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time allows the flavors to meld together and helps the bites firm up.

Once chilled, you can serve your No-Bake Cottage Cheese Brownie Batter Protein Bites immediately or transfer them to an airtight container for storage.