Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (225g) low-fat cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored plant-based protein powder protein powder
- 1/2 cup quick oats (or oat flour)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup granulated erythritol or preferred sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup sugar-free dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Step 2: In a food processor or high-speed blender, process the cottage cheese for 1 to 2 minutes until it is completely smooth and all lumps are gone. This ensures a uniform cookie texture.
- Step 3: Transfer the smooth cottage cheese to a mixing bowl. Add the protein powder, quick oats, egg, sweetener, vanilla bean paste, and baking powder. Mix until a thick, uniform batter forms, then fold in the sugar-free chocolate chips.
- Step 4: Scoop the batter onto the prepared baking sheet using a 1.5-tablespoon scoop. Since the dough will not spread much, slightly flatten and shape the cookies with the back of a spoon or wet fingers to achieve your desired cookie shape.
- Step 5: Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown and the centers are set. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, ensuring they retain their fresh, moist texture.
- To bring back that soft, fresh-baked feel after chilling, microwave a cookie for just 8 to 10 seconds before enjoying.
- These cookies pair wonderfully with a small dollop of Greek yogurt or a smear of nut butter for a truly satisfying, high-protein dessert.
- Take the full 2 minutes to process the cottage cheese into liquid silk in Step 2; this crucial step guarantees a smooth, non-gritty final cookie texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Cookies (approx. 45g)
- Calories: 105
- Sodium: 185mg
- Fat: 3.0g
- Saturated Fat: 1.0g
- Trans Fat: 0.0g
- Protein: 1.5g