Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough: Walnut Chocolate Chip and Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip
This cottage cheese cookie dough recipe is a game-changer for anyone who loves a sweet treat but wants to keep it healthy. As a registered dietitian, I love how it combines creamy cottage cheese, nutrient-dense flours, and a touch of sweetness from maple syrup to create a snack that’s both satisfying and nourishing. Plus, it’s so easy to make—you’ll have a nutritious treat ready in minutes!
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cup almond flour
- 3/4 cup oat flour
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp PB Fit Protein Powder
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp walnuts
Instructions
- Mix dry ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, oat flour, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- Blend wet ingredients: Using an immersion blender, blender, or food processor, blend the cottage cheese, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well combined.
- Separate batter: Separate 1/2 cup of the batter to use in the peanut butter chocolate chip variation.
- For the peanut butter chocolate chip variation: Mix PB Fit Protein Powder with a splash of milk and stir it into 1/2 cup of the batter. Add some chocolate chips and mix thorougly.
- For the walnut chocolate chip variation: Add the remaining chocolate chips and crushed walnuts to the remaining portion of the batter and mix until evenly combined.
- Enjoy or store: Transfer the cookie dough to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Serve as a snack, dessert, or anytime nutritious treat.
Nutrition
Calories: 215kcalProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 97mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g
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