Power Bites:  Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies   Recipe


With a soft, chewy texture and melty chocolate chips in every bite, they’re perfect for a post-workout snack, meal prep, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Plus, they’re easy to customize—swap in your favorite nut butter or use sugar-free chocolate chips for a lower-sugar option. These cookies are delicious, wholesome, and incredibly simple to make! 🍪💪

Power Bites: Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Total time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12 servings


Looking for a high-protein, gluten-free cookie that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping nutrition in check? These Cottage Cheese Cookies are a game-changer! Made with creamy cottage cheese, almond flour, and peanut butter, they’re packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, making them a more balanced treat than traditional cookies. 

Kitchen Tools Needed

Blender or Food Processor – To blend the cottage cheese smoothly for a creamy texture.

Mixing Bowls – One for dry ingredients and one for wet ingredients.

Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accurate ingredient portions.

Spatula or Wooden Spoon – To mix the dough evenly.

Baking Sheet – To bake the cookies.

Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat – To prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat)
  • ½ cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup (or honey)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups almond flour (or oat flour)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Blend cottage cheese – In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese, peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Mix dry ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder (if using), baking soda, and salt.
  4. Combine wet & dry – Pour the blended mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips – Gently mix in the chocolate chips.
  6. Shape cookies – Scoop about 1½ tablespoons of dough per cookie onto the baking sheet. Flatten slightly.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool & enjoy – Let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.


Nutrition Information

Serving: 1 medium cookie, Calories: 221 kcal, Carbohydrates: 14g, Protein: 10g, Fiber: 1.7g, Added Sugar: 8g.


Try pairing it with fresh fruit!

Benefits of Power Bites:  Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies 

High in Protein – With over 10g of protein per cookie, thanks to cottage cheese, peanut butter, and protein powder, these cookies support muscle repair, satiety, and energy levels.


Lower in Carbs & Higher in Healthy Fats – Made with almond flour instead of refined flour, these cookies have fewer carbs and provide healthy fats that help keep you full longer.


Nutrient-Dense & Balanced – Unlike traditional cookies, these contain fiber, calcium, and essential vitamins, making them a more nutritious treat.


Gluten-Free & Versatile – Using almond flour makes these cookies naturally gluten-free, and you can easily customize them with different nut butters, protein powders, or sugar-free alternatives.


Great for Meal Prep – These cookies store well in the fridge or freezer, making them a convenient grab-and-go snack or dessert option.

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