Edible Funfetti Sugar Cookie Cottage Cheese Dough

Enjoy all the fun of sugar cookie dough with my FUNfetti Sugar Cookie Cottage Cheese Dough! Made with cottage cheese, almond flour, cashew butter, white chocolate chips, and sprinkles, this gluten-free treat can be eaten right from the bowl or frozen into cookie dough bites. Perfect for a fun, nutrient-dense snack!

A small mason jar full of edible funfetti cottage cheese cookie dough with white chocolate chips with a cookie scoop.

This FUNfetti Sugar Cookie Cottage Cheese Dough is everything you love about cookie dough, but made with simple, nutrient-rich ingredients that give it a healthy twist. What sets this recipe apart is the creamy texture from the cottage cheese combined with the rich flavor of cashew butter and the playful addition of white chocolate chips and sprinkles. You get the fun, colorful vibes of a classic sugar cookie dough with none of the processed ingredients! It’s gluten-free, naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and packs a protein punch without sacrificing any of the flavor.

The best part? You can enjoy it straight from the bowl or freeze it into cookie dough bites for later. Whether you’re treating yourself or sharing with friends and family, this dough is guaranteed to surprise and delight—no one will believe it’s made with cottage cheese!

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Why You’ll Love This FUNfetti Sugar Cookie Dough Recipe

  • Cookie Dough Vibes: Enjoy all the fun of traditional cookie dough but with simple, wholesome ingredients.
  • Nutrient-Dense: Made with cottage cheese, almond flour, and cashew butter, this recipe is both tasty and nutritious.
  • Easy to Make: No baking required—just mix everything together in minutes.
  • Fun and Customizable: The sprinkles and white chocolate chips bring extra fun, and you can swap for your favorite add-ins!
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Ingredients & Substitutions

Here is everything you need to make the best-tasting edible gluten-free funfetti sugar cookie cottage cheese dough recipe:

Cottage Cheese: You can substitute silken tofu, cashew cream, chickpea puree, or vegan yogurt for cottage cheese.*

Cashew Butter: You can substitute almond butter, sunflower seed butter, or another nut or seed butter for the cashew butter.

Maple Syrup: You can substitute honey, agave nectar, or another liquid sweetener for the maple syrup.

Vanilla Extract: You can omit the vanilla extract if you don’t have it.

Almond Extract: You can omit the almond extract if you don’t have it.

Salt: You can omit the salt if you don’t like salty cookie dough.

Almond Flour: You can substitute oat flour, tapioca flour, or another gluten-free flour for almond flour.*

Oat Flour: You can omit the oat flour and add an equal amount of almond flour if you don’t have it.

Vanilla Protein Powder: You can use your favorite vanilla-flavored protein powder. If you use an unflavored protein powder, you may need to add more sweetener. Adjust to taste.*

White Chocolate Chips: You can use your favorite white chocolate chips.

Sprinkles: You can use your favorite sprinkles or omit them. I love these Natural Sprinkles without any artificial flavors or colors.

*I have not tested this substitution.

A small mason jar full of edible funfetti cottage cheese cookie dough with white chocolate chips with a cookie scoop.

How to Make My Edible Sugar Cookie Dough with Cottage Cheese

Step 1: Blend the Wet Ingredients

Mix the cottage cheese, cashew butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt in a blender, food processor, or, my favorite, the chopper cup with my immersion blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Adding wet ingredients to muffin batter.
Mixing cranberries into muffin batter.

Step 2: Add the Dry Ingredients

Pour the cottage cheese mixture into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add the almond flour, oat flour, and protein powder. Stir with a spatula until well-combined.

Adding wet ingredients to muffin batter.
Mixing cranberries into muffin batter.

Step 3: Add the Sprinkles and Chips

Add the sprinkles and white chocolate chips and stir until blended. Then dig in with a spoon and enjoy!

Adding wet ingredients to muffin batter.
Mixing cranberries into muffin batter.
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Expert Recipe Tips:

Almond and Oat Flours: Using a combination of almond flour and oat flour not only provides a pleasant texture but also ensures that this cookie dough is gluten-free. Make your own oat flour by grinding rolled oats in a blender or food processor until finely ground.

Protein Powder: The recipe calls for vanilla protein powder, but you can customize this based on your preferences. If you don’t have protein powder on hand, you can replace it with more almond or oat flour without affecting the overall taste.

Chocolate Chips: You can use any type of chocolate chips you prefer, whether it’s semi-sweet, dark chocolate, or dairy-free chocolate chips to keep the recipe dairy-free.

Delicious Serving Suggestions

  • Straight from the Bowl: Enjoy it as an easy, satisfying treat whenever the craving strikes.
  • Scoop and Freeze: Roll the dough into bite-sized balls and freeze for a grab-and-go sweet snack.
  • Top with Extra Sprinkles: For a colorful touch, sprinkle a few extra sprinkles on top before serving.
  • Pair with Fresh Fruit: Serve alongside fresh berries for a fun and balanced snack.

Making the cookie dough ahead of time.
You can make the cookie dough up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in the fridge. Just be sure to measure all of your ingredients accurately. This will help to ensure that the cookie dough turns out perfectly.

Storing the cookie dough in the fridge.
The cookie dough will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just be sure to store it in an airtight container so that it doesn’t dry out.

Freezing the cookie dough.
When you’re freezing the cookie dough, freeze it in individual balls. This will make it easy to thaw and enjoy one ball at a time. You can enjoy them frozen or allow them to thaw overnight in the fridge.

Is this cookie dough safe to eat raw?

Yes, this edible cookie dough is safe to eat raw since it doesn’t contain raw eggs, and the flours are heat-treated. It’s specifically designed to be consumed in its raw form.

Can I use a different type of protein powder?

Yes, you can use a different type of protein powder based on your dietary preferences. If you have a vanilla-flavored protein powder, it will provide a hint of vanilla flavor, but you can also use unflavored protein powder or adjust the quantity to your liking.

How long can I store this cookie dough in the refrigerator?

You can store the edible cookie dough in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Be sure to cover it tightly to prevent it from drying out or absorbing any other flavors from the fridge.

Can I freeze this cookie dough?

Yes, you can freeze the cookie dough in small portions for longer-term storage. Place it in an airtight container or wrap it in plastic wrap and store it in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

Can I use a dairy-free alternative for cottage cheese?

Yes, if you prefer a dairy-free option, you can use a dairy-free yogurt, such as almond or coconut yogurt, as a substitute for cottage cheese.

Can I adjust the sweetness of this recipe?

Absolutely! You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup to suit your taste preferences.

Can I customize this recipe with additional mix-ins?

Yes, you can customize this cookie dough by adding your favorite mix-ins, such as dried fruits, shredded coconut, or crushed pretzels, to create your unique version.

Is this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet? Yes, this edible cookie dough is gluten-free as it uses almond flour and oat flour, which are naturally gluten-free flours. Please ensure that your protein powder is also gluten-free if you have strict dietary requirements.

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A small mason jar full of edible funfetti cottage cheese cookie dough with white chocolate chips with a cookie scoop.

Edible Gluten-Free FUNfetti Sugar Cookie Cottage Cheese Dough

Gluten-Free diet-friendly recipe
Enjoy all the fun of sugar cookie dough with my FUNfetti Sugar Cookie Cottage Cheese Dough! Made with cottage cheese, almond flour, cashew butter, white chocolate chips, and sprinkles, this gluten-free treat can be eaten right from the bowl or frozen into cookie dough bites. Perfect for a fun, nutrient-dense snack!
5 from 2 votes
Servings 12
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 2 tablespoons cashew butter
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Dry Ingredients:

Instructions
 

  • Mix the cottage cheese, cocoa butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, almond extract, and salt in a blender, food processor, or, my favorite, the chopper cup with my immersion blenderBlend until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the cottage cheese mixture into a medium-sized mixing bowl. Add the almond flour, oat flour, and protein powder. Stir with a spatula until well-combined.
  • Add the chocolate chips and sprinkles and stir until blended. Then dig in with a spoon and enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 216kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 9gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 75mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 26IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 1mg
Keyword almond flour, cashew butter, chocolate chips, cookie dough, cottage cheese, maple syrup, oat flour, protein powder
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4 Comments

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    1. I made it, tweaked it a tad for my dietary preferences/needs, I lowered the sugar a bit, but kept your idea and it was delicious!

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