Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat or low-fat, depending on preference)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (you can also use oat flour if you prefer)
- 1/4 cup almond flour (or any flour of choice)
- 1/4 cup sweetener of choice (like honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or raisins (optional for extra sweetness)
- 1/4 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored works best, optional for extra protein boost)
Instructions:
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Blend Cottage Cheese: In a food processor or blender, blend the cottage cheese until smooth. This helps break it down and gives it a creamy texture.
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Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the rolled oats, almond flour, protein powder (if using), salt, and cinnamon.
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Combine Wet and Dry: Add the blended cottage cheese, sweetener, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix well until everything is combined into a dough-like texture.
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Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the chocolate chips or raisins (if using). You can also add some nuts or seeds for a crunch.
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Chill: If you prefer a firmer dough, you can chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. But if you can’t wait, it’s good to go right away!
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Enjoy: Roll the dough into small balls or enjoy it as is. It’s totally safe to eat raw since it’s made with cottage cheese and no eggs.
Tips:
- For a Vegan Version: Use a plant-based cottage cheese and swap protein powder with a plant-based option.
- Customize: You can also experiment by adding different flavors like peanut butter or cocoa powder to mix things up!