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These Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, moist, and easy to make. They use blended full-fat cottage cheese for a tender crumb. If you like rich chocolate treats, try chocolate chip cheesecake bars for another dessert option.
why make this recipe
Make this recipe when you want cookies that stay soft longer. The cottage cheese adds moisture and protein. The recipe uses common pantry items and mixes fast.
how to make Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Blend the cottage cheese until smooth.
- Cream the butter and sugars until light.
- Mix in the blended cottage cheese, egg, and vanilla.
- Stir dry ingredients into the wet mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop dough onto a baking sheet and bake 10–12 minutes.
- Cool a few minutes on the sheet, then move to a rack.
Ingredients :
- ½ cup (120g) full-fat cottage cheese, blended smooth
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet.
- Blend the cottage cheese until smooth.
- Cream butter and sugars, then mix in cottage cheese, egg, and vanilla.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir into the wet mixture.
- Fold in chocolate chips and scoop onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges set and centers look slightly soft.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to finish cooling. Enjoy!
how to serve Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
Serve warm with a glass of milk or coffee. Let them cool a bit for firmer texture. They also go well with ice cream for a simple dessert.
how to store Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the baked cookies in a sealed bag for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
tips to make Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Blend the cottage cheese well to avoid lumps.
- Do not overmix the dough. Stir until combined.
- Use room-temperature butter for easier creaming.
- For even cookies, use a cookie scoop.
- Watch oven time; remove when centers still look soft to keep them tender.
variation (if any)
- Use white chocolate or chopped nuts instead of some or all chocolate chips.
- Add 1 tsp cinnamon for a warm flavor.
- Swap half the flour for whole wheat for a heartier cookie.
FAQs
Q: Can I use low-fat cottage cheese?
A: Yes, but cookies may be less rich and slightly drier. You can add a tablespoon of milk if the dough seems stiff.
Q: Can I skip the butter and use oil?
A: Butter gives flavor and structure. You can try ¾ of the butter amount in oil, but texture will change.
Q: Can I freeze the dough?
A: Yes. Scoop dough onto a tray, freeze until firm, then store in a bag. Bake from frozen and add a minute or two to baking time.
Q: How do I make the cookies crispier?
A: Bake a little longer until edges brown more. Let them cool completely; they crisp as they cool.
Q: Will these cookies spread a lot?
A: They spread a normal amount. Chill the dough 15–30 minutes if you want thicker cookies.
Cottage Cheese Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Soft and moist cookies made with blended full-fat cottage cheese for a tender crumb, perfect for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (120g) full-fat cottage cheese, blended smooth
- ½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet.
- Blend the cottage cheese until smooth.
- Cream butter and sugars together until light.
- Mix in the blended cottage cheese, egg, and vanilla.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, then stir into the wet mixture.
- Fold in chocolate chips and scoop onto the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and centers look slightly soft.
- Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to finish cooling.
Notes
Serve warm with milk or coffee; cookies can also be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
