The Crookie Protein Style
A quick, protein-packed cookie that looks like a cookie and eats like breakfast, perfect for busy mornings and late-night cravings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cottage cheese Choose small-curd for smoother texture or full-fat for richness.
- 1/2 cup rolled oats Use old-fashioned rolled oats for better texture.
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Use pure maple syrup for a vegan-friendly option.
- 1/4 cup almond flour Use blanched almond flour for best results.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
Optional Toppings
- nuts, chocolate chips, or fresh fruit Customize with your favorite toppings.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese and honey (or maple syrup), then stir in the vanilla extract until mostly smooth.
- Stir in the oats, almond flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until well incorporated into a cohesive batter.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the baking sheet, spacing them about 1.5 inches apart, and flatten each mound slightly.
- Press optional toppings into the tops of each crookie.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the tops have set.
- Let the crookies cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.