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Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies Recipe

4.6 from 65 reviews

These Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies are a healthy and delicious snack option that combine smooth blended cottage cheese with oat flour and natural sweeteners. Soft and packed with protein, they are perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a nutritious treat that supports a balanced diet.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups oat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (or your favorite add-ins: nuts, raisins, etc.)

Instructions

  1. Blend the Cottage Cheese: In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth. This helps it mix evenly into the batter without lumps.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the blended cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add the Dry Ingredients: Add the oat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt to the wet mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are combined and form a consistent cookie dough.
  4. Fold in the Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips or any other mix-ins you prefer, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  5. Scoop & Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookie edges are golden brown.
  6. Cool & Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or store for later consumption.

Notes

  • Blend the cottage cheese thoroughly to avoid lumps in the batter.
  • Use oat flour for a soft cookie texture; you can make your own by blending oats.
  • Chilling the dough for 15 minutes before baking helps the cookies hold their shape better.
  • Mix-ins can be varied with nuts, dried fruit, or protein powder.
  • Do not overbake; cookies firm up as they cool.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days or refrigerate up to a week.
  • Unbaked dough can be refrigerated up to 2 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months and thaw before eating.

Keywords: Cottage Cheese Cookies, Protein Cookies, Healthy Snacks, Low Fat Cookies, Oat Flour Cookies, Baked Protein Treat