Name: High Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 16-oz tub cottage cheese (small or large curd, 453 g); 2 Tbsp brown sugar (can sub sugar-free alternative, like Truvia); 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 mL); 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (40 g); 1½ cups almond meal (120 g); ½ cup chocolate chips (90 g)

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We’ve cracked the code on the viral TikTok cottage cheese cookie dough recipe to make it even easier and more delicious! This protein-packed, healthy cookie dough is ready in under 5 minutes and perfect for having in the fridge when those sweet cravings hit.

Cottage cheese cookie dough scoops on a plate.

The Only Treat You Need

Say hello to your new guilt-free indulgence: high-protein cottage cheese cookie dough. Each bite is rich, creamy, and packed with chocolatey goodness (oh, and it’s secretly healthy).

Each heaping spoonful boasts 5 grams of protein and a mere 66 calories. You read that right—you can have cookie dough and hit your protein goals! And guess what? It’s low in carbs, too.

Reader rating

★★★★★

“Soooooo good! Might not be a good alternative to real cookie dough because I could, literally, eat half or ALL of this in one sitting!” —Shawna

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Cottage cheese cookie dough in a bowl with a spoon.

Here’s What you’ll Need

The great thing about this cottage cheese cookie dough is that you probably have most of the ingredients in your pantry! This is a quick overview—jump to the recipe card for exact measurements.

Cottage Cheese: Cottage cheese is the secret ingredient that gives your cookie dough a creamy texture and a punch of protein.
Brown Sugar: A touch of brown sugar adds the perfect sweetness. If you’re watching your sugar intake, use a sugar-free alternative like Truvia.
Vanilla Extract: This pantry staple lends a sweet, warming aroma.
Vanilla Protein Powder: Packed with additional protein, vanilla protein powder boosts the protein content and infuses more vanilla essence.
Almond Meal: Almond meal provides a nutty richness and brings the cookie dough together beautifully.
Chocolate Chips: Use your favorite variety, whether dark, milk, or white chocolate.

Ingredients for cottage cheese cookie dough.

This Dough Is Done In 5 Minutes

With no baking necessary, this cottage cheese cookie dough is dangerously easy to make! (Jump to the recipe card for the full printable instructions.)

Step 1: Blend The Base
Add the cottage cheese, brown sugar, vanilla, and protein powder to a blender and mix on high until smooth and creamy.

Blended cottage cheese. — Blend the cottage cheese and protein powder until the mixture is perfectly smooth and creamy. This ensures the cookie dough has that irresistibly creamy texture without lumps.

Step 2: Stir Everything Together
Fold in the almond meal and chocolate chips to add texture and flavor.

Mixing cottage cheese with almond meal and chocolate chips. — Gently fold the mixture with a spatula to keep the texture light and prevent over-mixing, which can make the dough too dense.

Step 3: Chill The Dough
Optionally, chill the cookie dough mixture for about an hour in the fridge.

Skip The Baking!

This cookie dough is meant to be enjoyed as a raw treat. All the ingredients (including almond meal) are safe to eat without cooking, so you can enjoy this high-protein cottage cheese cookie dough without worrying. Just mix, chill, and enjoy!

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High Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough

5 from 2 ratings

By: Sarah Bond

Prep: 5

Total: 5

Servings: servings

We’ve cracked the code on the viral TikTok cottage cheese cookie dough recipe to make it even easier and more delicious! This protein-packed, healthy cookie dough is ready in under 5 minutes and perfect for having in the fridge when those sweet cravings hit.

Ingredients

▢ 1 16-oz tub cottage cheese, small or large curd, 453 g
▢ 2 Tbsp brown sugar, can sub sugar-free alternative, like Truvia
▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract, 5 mL
▢ 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, 40 g
▢ 1½ cups almond meal, 120 g
▢ ½ cup chocolate chips, 90 g

Instructions

Blend: Add cottage cheese, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and protein powder to a blender. Blitz until smooth and creamy.
Stir: Stir in almond meal and chocolate chips.
Chill: For the best results, cover and chill in the fridge for an hour before serving.

Notes

Store the cookie dough in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze it for longer storage. Divide it into single-serving containers or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap before freezing. Thaw in the fridge before enjoying.

Use your preferred protein, whether whey, plant-based, or another variety. Just make sure the flavor will complement the taste of your cookie dough (you can also omit the protein powder if you prefer).

Nutrition

Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.

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