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Cottage Cheese Cookies Recipe

These Cottage Cheese Cookies are delightfully soft and chewy! A unique twist on traditional cookies that will surprise your taste buds!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter softened
  • 8 oz small-curd cottage cheese
  • 1 unit lemon zest of
  • 2.25 cups all-purpose unbleached flour
  • 1/4 tsp baking powder
  • 5 Tbsp granulated sugar

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Zester

Method
 

Baking Instructions:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add the small-curd cottage cheese and lemon zest to the mixture. Mix until well combined.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet ingredients, folding gently.
  5. Step 5: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dollops of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Step 7: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Experiment with flavors by adding chocolate chips or nuts!
  • For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.