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Crookie Protein style snack featuring chocolate and cookie flavors.

Crookie Protein Cookies

Fresh, chewy, and protein-packed cookies that bridge the gap between a cookie and a quick protein snack, perfect for post-workout fuel or a healthy treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup cottage cheese Choose small-curd for a smoother texture.
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats Use old-fashioned oats for best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter Opt for smooth, unsweetened almond butter.
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Provides sweetness; reduce if less sweetness is desired.
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Avoid overmixing after adding.
  • Pinch salt
  • chocolate chips or nuts (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Make sure the oven rack is centered.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, oats, almond butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir until homogeneous.
  3. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  4. Spoon the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, shaping each mound into a cookie form, leaving 1–2 inches between cookies.
Baking
  1. Bake for 15–20 minutes until the edges are golden and the tops are set.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For freezing, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.