Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough (Printable)

A creamy, protein-rich dip blending cottage cheese, almond butter, maple syrup, and chocolate chips, ideal for fresh fruit.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dip Base

01 - 1 cup cottage cheese, full-fat or low-fat
02 - 2 tablespoons almond butter or peanut butter
03 - 3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
04 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
05 - 1/8 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/2 cup almond flour or oat flour
07 - 1/3 cup mini dark chocolate chips

→ For Serving

08 - 2 cups mixed fresh fruit such as strawberries, apple slices, banana, or grapes

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a food processor or high-speed blender, blend the cottage cheese until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add the almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until well combined.
03 - Add almond flour and pulse until fully incorporated and the mixture achieves a cookie dough texture.
04 - Transfer the dip to a medium bowl and stir in the mini chocolate chips with a spatula.
05 - Serve immediately with fresh fruit, or chill for 30 minutes for a firmer texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • High in protein with 8 grams per serving, making it a satisfying and energizing snack
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking or baking required
  • Uses simple, wholesome ingredients you likely already have in your pantry
  • Tastes like indulgent cookie dough but with a healthy nutritional profile
  • Perfect for parties, meal prep, or satisfying sweet cravings any time of day
  • Naturally gluten-free when using certified gluten-free oat flour
02 -
  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for the richest, creamiest texture, or low-fat for a lighter option
  • Blend the cottage cheese completely smooth before adding other ingredients to ensure no lumps remain
  • Chill the dip for 30 minutes before serving if you prefer a firmer, more scoopable consistency
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon or finely chopped nuts for extra flavor and texture variation
  • Make sure to use mini chocolate chips rather than regular-sized ones for better distribution throughout the dip
  • Always verify ingredient labels if you have specific allergen concerns, especially with chocolate chips and oat flour
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