Protein-Packed Cottage Cheese Cookies

If you're on the hunt for a delicious, high-protein, and low-carb cookie that satisfies your sweet tooth, look no further! These Protein-Packed Cottage Cheese Cookies are soft, chewy, and incredibly easy to make. Plus, they’re low-carb, sugar-free and diabetic-friendly, making them a perfect guilt-free treat.

Why Cottage Cheese in Cookies?

Cottage cheese might not be the first ingredient you think of when baking cookies, but it’s a game-changer! It adds moisture, protein, and a rich texture without overpowering the flavor. By blending it smoothly, you create a creamy base that keeps these cookies irresistibly soft.

What Makes These Cookies Special?

High in protein – Thanks to cottage cheese and protein powder, these cookies give you a satisfying boost of energy. Low-carb & sugar-free – Sweetened with monkfruit, they fit into a balanced, healthy lifestyle. Customizable flavors – Make multiple varieties from just one batch of dough! Easy to make – Simple ingredients, quick prep, and no fancy equipment required.

Plus, you can make multiple flavors from just one batch of dough:

• Chocolate Chip

• Snickerdoodle

• Cranberry White Chocolate

• "Sugar" (Monkfruit-Sweetened)

These cookies are perfect as a post-workout snack, a healthy dessert, or an afternoon pick-me-up. What flavor would you make? Let me know in the comments/.

Cottage Cheese Protein Cookies 4-Ways Ingredients: ½ cup 4% or Wholemilk Milkfat Cottage Cheese

¼ cupGranular Monkfruit Sweetener (adjust to taste)

1 tsp Vanilla Extract

1 Tbsp Melted Coconut Oil

1 cup Fine Ground Almond Flour

1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. Blend cottage cheese and monkfruit sweetener until thick and creamy (this is key for texture!). 3. Mix almond flour and protein powder in a bowl. 4. Combine the blended cottage cheese mixture with dry ingredients. Stir in melted coconut oil and vanilla extract. 5. Divide the dough into four portions and fold in your add-ins. For snickerdoodles and “sugar” cookies, sprinkle the toppings on before baking. 6. Scoop the dough onto the baking sheet using a medium cookie scoop. 7. Bake for 8-12 minutes or until the bottoms are golden and the centers are soft. Tips for Perfect Cookies:

Blending the cottage cheese well ensures a smooth texture.

Don’t overbake! These cookies should stay soft in the center.

Experiment with different protein powder flavors for a twist.