Description
Protein cookies deliver a delightful balance of nutrition and indulgence, blending wholesome ingredients with sweet satisfaction. Protein-packed treats offer fitness enthusiasts and dessert lovers a guilt-free snack you can enjoy anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) almond or peanut butter
- 1 scoop (30 grams) vanilla protein powder
Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey or maple syrup
Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 350F (175C) and arrange a parchment-lined baking sheet for optimal cookie preparation.
- Combine rolled oats and protein powder in a spacious mixing bowl, ensuring thorough integration of dry ingredients.
- Create a smooth, cohesive wet mixture by vigorously whisking nut butter and honey until well blended.
- Gently merge wet and dry ingredients, stirring until a uniform dough forms. Incorporate dark chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Utilize a spoon or cookie scoop to portion dough onto the prepared baking sheet, maintaining adequate spacing between each cookie.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for golden-brown edges as an indicator of doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet, which helps them set and develop a perfect texture.
Notes
- Swap out nut butter for sunflower seed butter to make these cookies completely nut-free and allergy-friendly.
- Use plant-based protein powder and swap honey with maple syrup to transform these into vegan-friendly protein cookies.
- For lower sugar options, replace dark chocolate chips with sugar-free chocolate chips or chopped nuts to maintain crunch and nutrition.
- Slightly underbake the cookies by 1-2 minutes to ensure a softer, chewier texture that keeps them moist and prevents dry, crumbly results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg