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Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies: Guilt-Free Indulgence

Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies are a healthy, protein-packed treat that blends comfort with nutrition, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth guilt-free.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Blend until smooth
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup or Honey Use agave syrup for vegan options
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Substitute with oat flour for variety
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Choose dark, semi-sweet, or sugar-free
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Oil or Melted Butter Use unsalted or vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Sea salt adds extra flavor
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 scoop Protein Powder Plant-based options for vegan diets
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and flavor
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or pecans are great choices

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Directions
  1. In a food processor, combine the cottage cheese, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  2. In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, baking soda, and salt. Include protein powder if using.
  3. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined.
  4. Add in the chocolate chips and any optional ingredients, folding gently to distribute.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop 1-tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For thicker cookies, refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking. Always taste the dough before baking to adjust sweetness if needed.

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