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Viral Cottage Cheese Protein Cookie Dough Recipe

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This Viral Cottage Cheese Protein Cookie Dough Recipe is a healthy and delicious treat that combines creamy cottage cheese with almond flour, protein powder, and chocolate chips. Perfect for an easy snack or dessert, this no-bake recipe offers a protein-packed, naturally sweetened alternative to traditional cookie dough that you can enjoy right from the fridge.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling time)
  • Yield: About 12 servings (depending on portion size)

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 16 ounces cottage cheese
  • ¼ cup real maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon almond extract (optional)

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond flour or oat flour
  • ½ cup vanilla protein powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • Big pinch salt (optional)

Add-ins

  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Blend Wet Ingredients: In a food processor, pulse the cottage cheese, real maple syrup, and vanilla extract together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. If using almond extract, add it during this step. This process typically takes 10-20 seconds on high speed. Once blended, transfer the creamy mixture to a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: To the bowl with the cottage cheese blend, add the almond flour (or oat flour), vanilla protein powder, and ground cinnamon along with a pinch of salt if desired. Use a mixing spoon or spatula to thoroughly stir all the ingredients together until fully combined and you achieve a dough-like consistency.
  3. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold the dark chocolate chips into the dough mixture evenly. Make sure the chips are well distributed throughout the cookie dough.
  4. Chill the Dough: For the best texture and flavor, refrigerate the cookie dough for at least 1 hour before serving. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up slightly. However, you can enjoy it immediately if you prefer.
  5. Store and Serve: Store any leftover cookie dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Serve chilled directly as a healthy, protein-rich snack or dessert.

Notes

  • Use almond flour for a nuttier flavor or substitute with oat flour for a slightly different texture.
  • Optional almond extract and cinnamon add a gentle aroma and spice that complement the sweetness.
  • Chilling the cookie dough improves the texture and flavor but is not mandatory.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten free and can be made vegetarian.
  • Store cookie dough properly in the fridge to maintain freshness.
  • Author: Adeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

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