Description
These Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies are a delicious, high-protein treat perfect for a healthy dessert or snack. Soft and cake-like in texture, they combine creamy cottage cheese, protein powder, and wholesome flours with a touch of sweetness and rich chocolate chips for a guilt-free indulgence that supports your fitness goals.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese, blended until smooth
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup rolled oats, blended into oat flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Add-ins
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips or chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Blend Cottage Cheese: In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until it becomes completely smooth for a creamy base.
- Mix Wet & Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the blended cottage cheese, vanilla protein powder, oat flour, almond flour, honey or maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Add Leavening and Spices: Stir in the baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the dark chocolate chips into the batter to evenly distribute the sweet pockets of chocolate.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop heaping tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten each cookie slightly to promote even baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are set, and the tops look just baked, indicating they’re ready.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up slightly, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- These cookies have a soft, cake-like texture rather than a crispy crunch.
- Store cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For variety, swap the chocolate chips for fresh blueberries or chopped nuts.
