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Healthy cottage cheese cookie dough in a rustic bowl

Healthy Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough (No Bake & High Protein)

Healthy cottage cheese cookie dough is a high-protein, no-bake treat made with cottage cheese, almond flour, peanut butter, and maple syrup. It’s creamy, satisfying, and ready in just 5 minutes—perfect for cravings, post-workout snacks, or anytime indulgence. Add chocolate chips or spices to customize it your way.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

½ cup cottage cheese

⅓ cup almond flour

2 tbsp natural peanut butter (or almond butter)

1½ tbsp maple syrup

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1 tsp vanilla extract

Pinch of salt

2–3 tbsp chocolate chips (optional)

Method
 

  1. 1. Add cottage cheese, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to a high-speed blender or food processor.
    2. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
    3. Add almond flour and vanilla protein powder. Blend or pulse just until combined.
    4. Scrape the dough into a mixing bowl.
    5. Fold in chocolate chips (if using) until evenly distributed.
    6. Chill the dough in the fridge for 10–15 minutes if you prefer a firmer texture.
    7. Scoop and enjoy straight from the bowl, or roll into small bites for grab-and-go snacking.
    8. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 90gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 11gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 140mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

• For a dairy-free version, use a plant-based cottage cheese alternative.
• You can substitute almond flour with oat flour or ground oats.
• Adjust sweetness to taste—add more maple syrup if needed.
• Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze as bites.
• Chill the dough for 10 minutes if you prefer a firmer texture.

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