Description
This unique cookie dough uses cottage cheese to create a soft, rich texture, perfect for indulging in the taste of cookie dough without baking! It’s a healthier, high-protein alternative to traditional cookie dough, great for snacking or topping your favorite desserts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat, based on preference)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (or your preferred mix-ins such as dried fruit or nuts)
- 2 tbsp almond or peanut butter (optional for added flavor)
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, combine the cottage cheese, rolled oats, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and salt. Process until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Add the chocolate chips (or other mix-ins) and pulse a few times to incorporate.
- Optional: Add almond or peanut butter for a nutty flavor and creamier texture.
- Spoon the dough into small balls or store it as a larger batch in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Enjoy the cookie dough as a snack, or serve it on top of fruit, yogurt, or ice cream!
Notes
- If you prefer a smoother texture, blend the mixture longer or add a bit more honey or milk to thin it out.
- For a vegan version, substitute the honey with maple syrup and use dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Make sure to chill the dough before eating to help it firm up and enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 50mg