Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies Recipe
Delicious and nutritious Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies that combine the creaminess of low-fat cottage cheese with the wholesome goodness of oats. These protein-packed cookies are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, making them a perfect healthy snack or post-workout treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup quick oats
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking during baking.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the low-fat cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and egg until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the quick oats and baking powder together ensuring an even distribution of the leavening agent.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently, stirring just until everything is combined to keep the cookies tender.
- Form Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Space each dollop about two inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until they turn lightly golden on the edges.
- Cool: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely before serving to let them firm up and develop their full flavor.
Notes
- For a vegan option, substitute the egg with a flax egg and use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Quick oats are preferred for better texture, but rolled oats can be used with slightly modified baking time.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- Optional mix-ins include cinnamon, chopped nuts, or dark chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
Keywords: cottage cheese cookies, protein cookies, healthy cookies, low-fat snack, oat cookies, baked protein snack
