Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies
Delicious and nutritious cookies packed with protein, perfect for a guilt-free snack or dessert. These cookies offer a fluffy, moist texture and are highly versatile.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Room temperature for best results
- 1/2 cup oats Old-fashioned oats work best
- 1/2 cup almond flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Use agave syrup as an alternative if desired
- 1/4 cup protein powder Optional ingredient for added protein
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or raisins Optional mix-ins for flavor
- a pinch salt salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, oats, almond flour, honey (or maple syrup), protein powder, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Carefully fold in chocolate chips or raisins if desired for added flavor.
- Scoop tablespoons of the dough onto a lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
These cookies are great warm or at room temperature. For extra flavor, try pairing with Greek yogurt or a drizzle of nut butter. They store well at room temperature for up to one week or can be frozen for up to three months.