Description
Indulge in a delightful snack with these Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and sweet satisfaction. These soft and chewy treats are not only easy to make but also provide a protein boost that makes them ideal for breakfast, afternoon snacks, or cozy gatherings. With customizable options like chocolate chips or nuts, each bite is sure to bring joy and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the oats, baking powder, and salt.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Stir in chocolate chips if desired.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown; let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg