COTTAGE CHEESE CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES
(MACRO-VERIFIED)
Protein
10G
Calories
145
Prep Time
10M
Bake Time
12M
Cottage cheese chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with melty chocolate chips while packing a protein punch that regular cookies can only dream of. Each cookie delivers 10g of protein and only 145 calories, thanks to the cottage cheese that replaces most of the butter you'd find in traditional recipes. The result is a cookie that's surprisingly light yet satisfying, with a tender crumb and golden edges. This cottage cheese cookie recipe produces cookies that spread perfectly, develop beautiful crackly tops, and have that irresistible chewy center. The cottage cheese keeps them incredibly moist — these cookies stay soft for days without becoming dry or crumbly. Nobody will guess the secret ingredient unless you tell them, because when blended smooth and mixed with chocolate and vanilla, the cottage cheese simply adds creaminess and protein without any detectable taste. These cottage cheese chocolate chip cookies are perfect for lunchboxes, after-school snacks, or late-night cravings when you want something sweet but don't want to completely abandon your nutrition goals. Bake a batch, cool completely, and store in an airtight container for up to a week. These are the cottage cheese recipes that convert skeptics into believers. All nutrition data is verified using USDA FoodData Central for accuracy.
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INGREDIENTS
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Nutrition Facts
Updated with substitutions
16 servings per recipe
Serving size
1 cottage cheese recipes
Amount per serving
Calories
145
Total Fat 6g
8%
Total Carbohydrate 16g
6%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 10g
20%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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INSTRUCTIONS
Blend cottage cheese until completely smooth. This step is key — no lumps should remain.
In a bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar. Beat in the blended cottage cheese, egg, and vanilla.
Add oat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
Refrigerate dough for 30 minutes for best results (cookies spread less and have better texture).
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto a lined baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
Let cool on baking sheet 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
TROUBLESHOOTING
My cottage cheese recipes are too dry
Try adding 1-2 tablespoons more liquid (milk, yogurt, or egg whites). Also ensure you're not over-measuring the protein powder - use the scoop and level method.
They didn't rise properly
Check your baking powder is fresh (test by adding to hot water - it should bubble vigorously). Also, don't overmix the batter as this can deflate the air bubbles.
The texture is rubbery
This usually means too much protein powder or overbaking. Reduce baking time by 2-3 minutes and check doneness with a toothpick.
SUBSTITUTIONS
| Original | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Whey Protein | Casein, Plant Blend | May need +10ml liquid |
| Greek Yogurt | Cottage Cheese, Skyr | Blend smooth first |
| Egg Whites | Flax Egg, Aquafaba | For vegan option |
| Oat Flour | Almond Flour, Coconut Flour | Coconut: use 1/3 amount |
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