Cottage Cheese Chocolate Cookies (Print)

Soft, chewy cookies with a slight tang and delicious pockets of melted chocolate chips.

# Components:

→ Dairy

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup full-fat cottage cheese, well-drained and blended smooth
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Sweeteners

05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed

→ Dry Ingredients

07 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Add-Ins

11 - 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, blended cottage cheese, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
03 - Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
06 - Fold in the chocolate chips.
07 - Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are just set and the centers look slightly soft.
09 - Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Chef Secrets:

01 -
  • Incredibly soft and chewy texture that stays fresh for days
  • Subtle tangy flavor that enhances the sweetness of the chocolate
  • Easy to make with simple, everyday ingredients
  • A fun conversation starter with the surprise cottage cheese ingredient
  • Perfect for anyone looking to add extra protein to their dessert
02 -
  • Use full-fat cottage cheese for the best texture and moisture
  • Blend the cottage cheese until completely smooth to avoid lumps in your cookies
  • Don't overbake—cookies should look slightly underdone in the center when you remove them
  • Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to set properly before transferring
  • Store in an airtight container to maintain softness for up to 4 days
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