Description

Indulge in a guilt-free, high-protein treat with this Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough! Made with creamy blended cottage cheese, almond flour, protein powder, and dark chocolate chips, this no-bake recipe is a low-carb, refined sugar-free dessert that’s both delicious and nourishing. Customize it with your favorite mix-ins for endless variations!

Ingredients

2 cups full-fat cottage cheese
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
¼ cup maple syrup
2 cups almond flour (avoid superfine almond flour)
½ cup protein powder (vanilla or peanut butter flavor recommended)
1 cup dark chocolate chips

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Instructions

Blend Wet Ingredients: In a high-powered blender, combine cottage cheese, vanilla extract, and maple syrup. Blend until smooth.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together almond flour and protein powder until combined.
Combine: Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to mix until a dough forms.
Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently mix in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Chill: Transfer the dough to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 3 hours to firm up.
Serve: Once chilled, scoop out portions and enjoy!

Notes

Nut-Free Option: Swap almond flour for ½ cup coconut flour and ensure protein powder and chocolate chips are nut-free.
Sweetener Alternatives: Replace maple syrup with honey or omit if protein powder is already sweetened.
Extra Firmness: Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or freeze briefly before serving.