Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Recipe
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Category
Dessert/Cake
Cuisine
American
Servings
12
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
0 minutes
Calories
220
Call it unconventional, but this Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough is a game-changer!
Packed with protein and layered with flavors like chocolate, peanut butter, and vanilla, it’s the perfect snack for those seeking a delicious and nutritious treat.
The beauty of this recipe lies in the versatility of cottage cheese, which acts as a creamy, protein-rich base with a neutral flavor, allowing the other ingredients to shine.
Whether you’re looking for a high-protein snack, a quick dessert, or a creative way to enjoy cottage cheese, this recipe ticks all the boxes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cottage Cheese
- 3 tbsp Sweetener (any sweetener of your choice)
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 2 1/4 cups Fine Almond Powder (almond flour)
- 3/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
- 2 tbsp Natural Peanut Butter
- 1 cup Chocolate Chips
- 1 pinch Salt
- Food Processor
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Spatula
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Tools Required
Directions
Blend the Base: Start by adding 2 cups of cottage cheese, 3 tbsp of sweetener, and 2 tsp of vanilla extract to a food processor. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. The smoother the base, the better the final texture of your cookie dough.
Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 1/4 cups of almond flour, 3/4 cup vanilla protein powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Add 2 tbsp of natural peanut butter and mix everything thoroughly with a spatula or wooden spoon until a cookie dough consistency is achieved.
Add the Fun Stuff: Fold in 1 cup of chocolate chips (or any other mix-ins you like). You can also customize this step by adding crushed cookies, chopped nuts, or dried fruit.
Chill and Serve: For a firmer texture, refrigerate the dough for about 20 minutes. Alternatively, serve immediately if you prefer a softer, more spreadable dough.
Enjoy: Serve as a snack, a quick dessert, or even as a topping for yogurt or smoothies. This dough stores well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and can be frozen for longer storage.
Recipe Note
Additional Tips:
- For extra sweetness, consider adding a few more tablespoons of sweetener or a drizzle of honey.
- Experiment with different protein powders—vanilla works best for this recipe, but chocolate or even peanut butter flavored powders can be a great twist.
- If you want a more traditional cookie dough texture, try adding crushed graham crackers or cookie crumbs.
Nutrition
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 100
- per serving
- Calories
- 220
- Carbs
- 20 grams
- 9%
- Protein
- 14 grams
- 16%
- Fat
- 10 grams
- 17%
- Sugar
- 3 grams
- 32%
- Fiber
- 7 grams
- 11%