Recipes

High-Protein Cottage Cheese Cookie Dough Bites

Organic Valley is passionate about food and protecting the food system. Our in-house chefs, product development team members and employee-foodies love finding twists to enhance traditional fare. We also enjoy trying new ways to use organic products to create delectable meals and snacks that you can feel good about sharing with your family.

Cottage cheese cookie dough bites.
15 min Prep30 min Chill45 min Total
12 SERVINGS
(3 cookie dough bites per serving)

Satisfy your sweet tooth guilt-free with these protein-packed cookie dough bites made with creamy Organic Valley® cottage cheese and wholesome ingredients.

15 min Prep30 min Chill45 min Total
12 SERVINGS
(3 cookie dough bites per serving)
Cottage cheese cookie dough bites.
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Ingredients
A scoop of protein powder.
2 scoops organic vanilla whey protein powder 
A glass bottle of maple syrup.
¼ cup organic maple syrup 
A small bottle of vanilla extract.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract 
A small bowl of salt.
¼ teaspoon salt
Ground Almond Flour
1 ½ cups almond flour
Dark Chocolate
1 cup organic dark chocolate chunks 
Directions
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In a large mixing bowl, add Organic Valley cottage cheese and blend with an immersion blender or food processor until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds.

Tips

  • For less clean up, use an immersion blender directly in the bowl to avoid transferring between multiple bowls.

Add protein powder, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt to the cottage cheese. Mix until well combined and no clumps remain.
Gradually fold in almond flour, mixing until a thick dough forms that holds together when pressed.

Tips

  • The dough should be firm enough to roll but not dry. Add 1-2 tablespoons more cottage cheese if needed.

Gently fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a small cookie scoop, scoop and roll dough into 36 bite-sized balls, about 1 tablespoon each. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to firm up. Store covered in refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Tips

  • Customize flavors by swapping chocolate chips for dried blueberries, chopped nuts, lemon zest or coconut flakes.

  • Make them extra indulgent by rolling chilled bites in melted dark chocolate for a truffle-like coating.

  • Freeze individual bites for up to 3 months, perfect for grab-and-go protein snacks straight from the freezer.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many balls are in a single serving?

If 36 equal sized balls are made, there would be 3 balls in a single serving.

Can I use a different flavor of protein powder?

Yes! Chocolate, strawberry, or unflavored protein powder all work great. Adjust sweetness accordingly as some flavors are sweeter than others.