High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough (Print Version)
Cottage cheese cookie dough made with 5 ingredients, packed with protein and ready in minutes no baking required.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
# Ingredients:
→ Creamy Protein Base
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1 cup full-fat cottage cheese
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3 tbsp natural almond butter
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2 tbsp pure maple syrup
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Wholesome Dough Binders
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1 cup rolled oats (blended into oat flour)
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2 tbsp vanilla protein powder
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1/4 tsp fine sea salt
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1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
→ Sweet Mix-Ins
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1/3 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
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2 tbsp chopped roasted almonds
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1 tbsp chia seeds
→ Optional Finishing Touches
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1 tbsp mini chocolate chips (for topping)
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1/4 tsp flaky sea salt (for garnish)
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1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Add 1 cup rolled oats to a blender or food processor and blend on high for 30–45 seconds until a fine, powdery oat flour forms. This is the key structural base for your 5-Ingredient High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough, giving it that classic doughy texture without any baking.
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To the same blender, add 1 cup full-fat cottage cheese, 3 tbsp natural almond butter, 2 tbsp pure maple syrup, and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract. Blend on high for 60–90 seconds until completely smooth and creamy, with no visible cottage cheese curds remaining.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp vanilla protein powder, 1/4 tsp fine sea salt, and 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon. Pour in the blended oat flour and stir to combine. This dry mixture gives your 5-Ingredient High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough its satisfying, scoopable consistency.
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Pour the blended cottage cheese mixture directly into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Using a rubber spatula, fold everything together until a thick, uniform dough forms. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure no dry pockets of oat flour or protein powder remain.
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Gently fold in 1/3 cup mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, 2 tbsp chopped roasted almonds, and 1 tbsp chia seeds until evenly distributed throughout the dough. These mix-ins add crunch, texture, and extra nutrition to every single bite of your 5-Ingredient High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough.
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Transfer the dough to an airtight container or cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15–20 minutes. Chilling firms up the dough, making it easier to scoop and enhancing the flavors. For the best 5-Ingredient High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough, don't skip this step.
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Using a cookie scoop or large spoon, divide the chilled dough into 4 equal servings. Top each portion with 1 tbsp mini chocolate chips, a pinch of flaky sea salt, and 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut for a beautiful, bakery-style finish that makes this dough as stunning as it is delicious.
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Serve your 5-Ingredient High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough immediately straight from the bowl, or keep it chilled until ready to eat. Enjoy it as a post-workout snack, healthy dessert, or satisfying afternoon treat. Each serving delivers a powerful punch of protein with all the indulgence of real cookie dough.
# Notes:
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Storage Tip: Store leftover dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The dough may thicken slightly as it sits — simply stir in 1 tsp of almond milk to loosen it back to your preferred consistency before serving.
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Substitution Tip: No almond butter on hand? Cashew butter or sunflower seed butter work beautifully as 1:1 swaps and keep the dough just as creamy. For a nut-free version, sunflower seed butter is the best option without compromising flavor or texture.
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Protein Boost Tip: If you want to increase the protein content even further, swap the vanilla protein powder for a higher-protein variety like whey isolate or a plant-based blend. Just be mindful that some protein powders absorb more liquid, so add 1 tsp of almond milk at a time if the dough feels too thick.
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Serving Tip: For a fun dessert presentation, serve the dough in small mason jars layered with a drizzle of almond butter and extra mini chocolate chips on top. This makes it a perfect make-ahead treat for meal prep or a crowd-pleasing healthy dessert at gatherings.
# Tools You'll Need:
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blender or food processor
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mixing bowl
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rubber spatula
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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airtight container
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 310 kcal
Total Fat: 14 g
Total Carbohydrate: 31 g
Protein: 18 g