Lemon Cottage Cookies – Soft & High-Protein
These soft, high-protein cookies are made with cottage cheese and lemon for a refreshing twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, lemon juice, and zest.
- Add flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix until combined.
- Fold in softened butter to form a dough.
- Drop spoonfuls onto a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden. Cool and serve.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 8g