Cottage Cheese Cookie
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Baking Time: 12-15 minutes
Yields: Approximately 24 cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions:
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Blend Cottage Cheese:
- In a blender or food processor, blend the cottage cheese until smooth.
Cream Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix the Dough:
- Gradually add the blended cottage cheese to the creamed butter and sugar mixture, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Scoop and Bake:
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool and Dust:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optionally, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for a decorative touch.
Enjoy:
- Once completely cooled, enjoy your delicious and unique Cottage Cheese Cookies!
Note: Feel free to add your favorite mix-ins such as chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit for added texture and flavor.
These Cottage Cheese Cookies offer a delightful twist with a subtle tang from the cottage cheese. Enjoy them as a sweet treat with a cup of tea or coffee!
