I have to admit, when I first heard about the viral cottage cheese cookie dough, I didn’t think it was anything special. After all, I often whip up something similar using Greek yogurt. However, I found that yogurt can sometimes leave a slightly sour taste in recipes, which isn’t always what I’m going for.
Intrigued by the buzz on social media, I decided to give this cottage cheese version a try, and I’m so glad I did!
Follow the instructions carefully and see the tips below to make sure the dough doesn’t turn out runny. I tweaked the ingredients a few times and finally got it right.
Quick and Easy
To my surprise, it literally took me less than 10 minutes to whip it up—more like 5 minutes of mixing and another 5 gathering simple ingredients from my cupboards and refrigerator. It was so simple that I couldn’t resist!
I often save recipes from social media reels, but rarely remember to make them. This one was different; I always have a large tub of cottage cheese on hand, cause I make lots of different recipes with it , from cottage cheese wraps to egg bites and fritattas, so it was too easy to throw together.
The Cottage Cheese Queen
In fact, my friends and family have dubbed me the “Cottage Cheese Queen” because I love incorporating it into so many of my recipes. From cottage cheese flatbreads to frittatas and egg bites, it’s become a staple in my kitchen.
As a personal trainer and nutrition coach, I appreciate how versatile cottage cheese is—it’s high in protein without the need for additional powders, making it perfect for my vegetarian clients as well. Plus, it’s affordable and easily accessible!
So, here is the super simple recipe and by the way even if you don’t add the protein powder, you will still get a protein packed treat. You will just need to add alittle more organic Stevia to sweeten it, or if you don’t have Stevia, natural maple syrup will work too.
Don't forget to check out more amazing sweet and savory cottage cheese recipes futher down this page.
Cottage Cheese: The Simple Protein Source Great for Vegetarians
As a personal trainer and nutrition coach, I love how cottage cheese is high in protein without needing additional powders. My vegetarian clients often ask me for some ideas for a high-protein snack or dessert, and now I can confidently share this cottage cheese cookie dough recipe with them. This is also a great recipe for those who are gluten intolerant or prefer a ketogenic diet.
And if you are currently obsessed with cottage cheese, like I am, here are a couple of other recipes that you should try.
Cottage Cheese Calories:
Low fat cottage cheese (around 2% fat) has about 80-90 calories per half cup, with 11-14 grams protein and 1-3 grams fat. It is lower in saturated fat and calories, making it suitable for fat-conscious diets.
Full fat cottage cheese contains roughly 100-120 calories per half cup, with similar protein (11-13 g) but higher fat content (around 4.5-5 g). Its creamy texture offers more fat-soluble vitamins and a richer mouthfeel.
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Almond Flour: A Nutty Alternative
Almond flour is a fantastic choice for this recipe. It’s rich in healthy fats, vitamin E, and provides a delightful nutty flavor. Plus, it’s low in carbs compared to regular flour, making it suitable for those watching their carbohydrate intake while still enjoying a delicious treat. It adds a really nice texture and makes the recipe more like an actual cookie dough texture.
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How to Choose Good Quality Protein Powder
Choosing a good-quality, clean protein powder is crucial. I recommend using plant-based protein powder for this recipe as it blends well and suits various dietary needs. Look for powders without artificial sweeteners or refined sugars; this ensures you’re getting a wholesome product that enhances your healthy cookie dough. I use Ora Organic because it’s clean and full of amazing ingredients.
Maple Syrup: A Natural Sweetener
Pure maple syrup adds sweetness without relying on refined sugar. It also contains antioxidants and minerals like zinc and manganese. To keep this recipe sugar free I use Lakanto Maple Syrup, it’s made with natural monk fruit.
You can also use Monk Fruit granulated sweetener. However, taste the sweetness level first before adding it, because your protein powder may already be sweet enough and only add sweetener at the end if you feel like you want it a bit sweeter.
I like using monk fruit because it has no aftertaste like some other sweeteners and even Stevia might have. It’s seriously worth having a packet of this stuff in your pantry, if you have a sweet tooth, cause it can be used in a lot of recipes.
Texture Tips for Perfect Cookie Dough
To achieve that ideal cookie dough texture:
- Either drain your cottage cheese of the excess liquid before blending or let it sit for a bit after blending and drain as much liquid as possible.
- Blend your cottage cheese thoroughly to ensure a smooth base.
- DID YOU KNOW – that this liquid is what whey protein is made of? So don’t throw it away, just drink it, seriously, it’s almost pure protein. But it would make the cottage cheese cookie dough too runny if you leave it in.
- Add in all the rest of the ingredients except chocolate chips, as you will fold them in at the end after everything is blended.
- If your dough is too runny, you can adjust by adding more almond flour or protein powder. But if you follow the exact instructions, it should come out just right.
Mix-In Ideas for Customization
This edible cottage cheese cookie dough recipe is incredibly versatile. Here are some ways to create your own version:
- Swap chocolate chips for nuts or dried fruits like walnuts or cranberries.
- Use peanut butter or almond butter for an extra protein boost.
- Try adding coconut flour for a different flavor profile.
- Experiment with different flavors of protein powder for variety.
Serving Suggestions
Here are some fun ways to enjoy this cookie dough:
- Use it as a topping for cottage cheese pancakes or waffles.
- Enjoy it as a dip with apple slices or graham crackers.
- Spread it on whole-grain toast for a satisfying snack.
Storage Tips
For best results:
- Store your cookie dough in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- You can also freeze portions of the dough for longer storage; just thaw it in the fridge before enjoying.
Viral Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Recipe: No Sugar, High Protein and Low Carb.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese low fat
- 1 cup fine almond flour
- 1 tbsp natural peanut of cashew butter
- 1 scoop clean vanilla powder this will help the texture of the cookie dough not to be runny
- 1/2 tsp regular or sugar free maple syrup you might not need this if using sweetened protein powder, try it first to see if it's sweet enough before adding
- 1 tspn vanilla extract natural vanilla extract is best
- 1 pinch salt to balance out the sweetness (unless your cottage cheese is already a bit salty)
- 2 tbsps dark chocolate chips you can use sugar free version if you like
Instructions
- Drain the Liquid: Before blending the cottage cheese, drain out the liquid. You can also do this after blending the cottage cheese, but you will need to let it sit for about 15 minutes so it has time to separate again.
- Blend the Cottage Cheese: First blend the cottage cheese until it becomes smooth and creamy, similar to cream cheese texture.
- Add in Other Ingredients: Add almond flour, protein powder, vanilla essence, and salt if using, and blend again until everything is mixed well together. It should start taking on the cookie dough texture at this point and become more sticky.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough. You can also add other things like chopped nuts, cranberries, or even mini sugar-free marshmallows.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately by the spoonful or refrigerate in an airtight container for later use. This edible cookie dough can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days so if you want to double or triple the recipe ingredients and make enough for later, go ahead.
Notes
Nutrition
Final Thoughts
This viral cottage cheese cookie dough has become one of my favorite recipes. It’s a healthier alternative to regular cookie dough, packed with lots of protein, and incredibly easy to make.
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FAQs
Cottage cheese cookie dough is good for you because it’s loaded with low fat protein. It’s very easy to make and tastes creamy. It will satisfy the sweet craving without the guilt. There is a good reason why it went viral.
When you open a new tub of cottage cheese, make sure to drain out all the liquid that bult up on the top to stop it from being runny. Also try to add more almond flour to the cookie dough to make the mixture dryer.
Low fat cottage cheese (around 2% fat) has about 80-90 calories and 11-14g protein per half cup. It’s lower in fat and saturated fat, making it a lighter option.
Full fat cottage cheese contains roughly 100-120 calories and similar protein but more fat — about 4.5-5g total fat per half cup. It’s creamier and richer in fat-soluble vitamins.
Cottage cheese cookie dough made with almond flour, cottage cheese, protein powder, chocolate chips and peanut butter will normally contain around 498 calories per cup, if made without added sugar.
Cottage cheese is great for baking. You can make savory dishes like cottage cheese and egg bake or even delicious sweet cheesecake. The best part is, it’s very low in calories and high in protein. Some recipes may require you to blend it and make it smooth prior to use.
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After gastric sleeve any protein with some zero sugar is yummi. I like the recipe but wish there was a way to thicken it up with no kind of flour. But, I am happy I learned of almond and oat flour. I’m only in my 5th month and finding recipes and time to make has been a challenge. Doing good tho.
Try my cottage cheese cake recipe, you can do without the almond flour crust, and if you don’t mind adding eggs and baking it, it will turn out nice and solid. But it is a baked recipe so a little more effort, but you can make it for a few days ahead, it’s really nice. Well done on sticking to you diet, it’s not easy after gastric sleeve, a lot of food can trigger indigestion, so I can imagine it’s challenging. You’ve got this!
Could this be made with oat flour?
Hi Virginia, yes you can, but it won’t be low carb anymore, if you don’t mind the carbs than it’s totally fine. To be honest I haven’t tried it so if you make it please let me know how it turns out, I think the taste will be fine, the texture might be a little different though, perhaps a bit smoother and mushier.
Hi, this recipe doesn’t require any cooking in the oven. But I will try making actual cookies out of this dough and post the recipe soon, stay tuned.
This turned out better than I expected. I tried it with coffee protein powder, and it tasted just like tiramisu.
Delicious and easy to make.. Yum!
Glad you liked it Marina, try it with coffee protein powder next time, I just discovered a new flavor. It’s just like Tiramisu.
Sounds great! I can’t wait to try it!!
Really enjoy your cottage cheese protein cookies if you have any more recipes hi protein recipes don’t be a stranger send them to me please. I enjoy them very much. Especially cottage cheese.
There are plenty of other cottage cheese recipes on my website from savory to sweet, check them out linked in this post at the bottom. https://earthandoven.com/2024/10/11/cottage-cheese-cookie-dough
Can this be frozen
Yes, you can freeze it Tara, just mix it up again with a spoon after you thaw it out, I wouldn’t microwave it though.