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Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies: Chewy, High-Protein Treats

Discover guilt-free, high-protein Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies that are chewy and delicious!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookies
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Provides moisture and high protein
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binding agent
  • 1/3 cup Maple Syrup Add natural sweetness; can substitute with honey or agave syrup
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Forms the gluten-free base; can swap with oat flour or gluten-free 1:1 flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps cookies rise
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Optional for sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • blender or food processor
  • baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • ice cream scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese, egg, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and mix in the almond flour and baking powder until a dough forms.
  4. Gently fold the chocolate chips into the dough.
  5. Using an ice cream scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking tray, flattening each ball slightly.
  6. Bake for 15-16 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure cottage cheese is well-blended for a smooth dough. Chill the dough for 30 minutes if preparing in advance.

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