Carrot Cake Cottage Cheese Breakfast Cookies

Carrot Cake Cottage Cheese Breakfast Cookies

✨ Introduction

These Carrot Cake Cottage Cheese Breakfast Cookies are soft, lightly sweetened, and packed with nourishing ingredients like oats, shredded carrots, and creamy cottage cheese. With warm spices and a cake-like texture, they taste like a cozy slice of carrot cake — but with far more protein and fiber to keep you energized. They’re great for meal prep, kid-friendly, and totally freezer-safe!

⏱ Time Overview

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15–18 minutes

Total Time: ~30 minutes

Servings: ~12 cookies

Ingredients

1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats

1/2 cup oat flour (or blend oats until fine)

1 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp nutmeg

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese

1 large egg

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1 tsp vanilla extract

3/4 cup finely grated carrot (about 2 medium carrots)

1/4 cup raisins or chopped walnuts (optional)

2 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together:

Rolled oats

Oat flour

Cinnamon

Nutmeg

Baking powder

Salt

Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients

In a blender or food processor, blend until smooth:

Cottage cheese

Egg

Maple syrup

Vanilla extract

Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients.

Step 4: Add Carrots & Extras

Fold in:

Grated carrots

Raisins, walnuts, or coconut (if using)

Step 5: Shape the Cookies

Scoop heaping tablespoons onto the baking sheet and flatten slightly (they won’t spread much).

Step 6: Bake

Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until cookies are set and edges are golden. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Storage

Fridge: Store in an airtight container up to 5 days

Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months; thaw overnight or reheat gently

Tips & Variations

Add 1 tbsp chia seeds or ground flaxseed for extra fiber

Use a dairy-free yogurt or mashed banana instead of cottage cheese for a different flavor

Want more carrot cake flavor? Add a pinch of ginger and cloves

Nutrition (Per Cookie, approx.)