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Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies

Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies: Soft, Chewy, and Guilt-Free!

Deliciously soft and chewy Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies, perfect for a guilt-free snack packed with protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Snacks
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup Low-Fat Cottage Cheese Substitute with full-fat for a creamier texture.
  • 1 cup Rolled Oats Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Natural Sweetener (e.g., honey or maple syrup) Adjust based on personal taste.
  • 1 large Egg Substitute with vegan egg option if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps the cookies rise slightly.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional for a more pronounced sweetness.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Fork or whisk
  • Spatula or spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking sheet lightly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat cottage cheese, egg, natural sweetener, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together rolled oats, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Scoop rounded dollops of dough onto the greased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until lightly golden on the edges.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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