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Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies

Delicious Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies for Healthy Snacking

These Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies offer a tasty, high-protein snack perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese or ricotta for a creamy substitute
  • 1/4 cup Honey or Maple Syrup use maple syrup for a vegan version
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract or almond extract for variation
  • 1 large Egg substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
For the Structure
  • 1 cup Oats swap for gluten-free oats if needed
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
For Flavor
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon optional; try nutmeg for variation

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Whisk
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and egg; whisk until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, and cinnamon (if using) until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.
  5. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until lightly golden around the edges.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat before serving for the best texture.

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