Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies
A guilt-free, protein-packed cookie using cottage cheese as a base. These chewy, slightly tangy bites satisfy sweet cravings while delivering wholesome nutrition. Perfect for post-workout or snacking on the go.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 14
- Total Time: 24
- Yield: 16 cookies
- Category: cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
1/4 cup maple syrup
3/4 cup almond flour
1/4 cup coconut flour
1/3 cup vanilla protein powder
2 tbsp melted unsalted butter or coconut oil
1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (dairy-free optional)
Pinch of salt
Pinch of vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
In a blender, combine cottage cheese and maple syrup; pulse until smooth
In a bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, protein powder, salt, and vanilla
Add cottage cheese mixture and melted butter/oil to dry ingredients; stir until a dough forms
Fold in chocolate chips
Scoop dough into 1.5-inch balls; place on parchment-lined baking sheet
Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are golden
Cool completely before serving
Notes
For vegan version: use coconut oil and dairy-free chocolate chips
Substitute honey/agave for maple syrup if preferred
Store in airtight container for up to 5 days
Find it online: https://sweetcraftrecipes.com/cottage-cheese-protein-cookies/