Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough
A healthier and protein-packed twist on traditional cookie dough that can be enjoyed raw or baked into cookies.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Choose a good quality cottage cheese for best results.
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (or your favorite add-ins) Feel free to substitute with nuts, dried fruits, or other mix-ins.
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Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, granulated sugar, brown sugar, softened butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips or your chosen add-ins.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers remain slightly soft.
- Once baked, allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For raw dough storage, place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to one week or freeze for longer storage. Consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor. To prevent sticking, chill dough in the refrigerator before scooping.