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Cottage Cheese Protein Coconut Lime Cookies

These chewy coconut lime cookies pack a protein punch with bright, zesty flavor. A satisfying treat that feels fresh and fun to snack on.
Cottage Cheese Protein Coconut Lime Cookies
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 12 cookies
Calories 140 kcal

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Melted Coconut Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 2 teaspoons Lime Zest
  • 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
  • 1 cup Oat Flour
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Flour
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Fine Salt

Equipment

  • blender

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Blend the cottage cheese, egg, sugar, melted coconut oil, lime juice, and lime zest until smooth.
  • Whisk the vanilla protein powder, oat flour, coconut flour, shredded coconut, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • Stir the blended cottage cheese mixture into the dry ingredients until a thick dough forms.
  • Rest the dough for 15 minutes so the coconut flour can absorb the moisture.
  • Scoop 12 portions onto the baking sheet and flatten each cookie to about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before serving for the best chewy texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 6gFat: 7g
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword coconut lime cookies, cottage cheese, high protein

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