Description
These soft and chewy Whey Protein Cookies are the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Packed with protein and made with healthier ingredients, they are ideal as a post-workout snack or a guilt-free treat. Easy to customize with your favorite add-ins like dark chocolate chips, oats, or nut butter, these cookies are a must-try for fitness enthusiasts and cookie lovers alike!
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat flour (or almond flour)
- ½ cup whey protein powder (vanilla or chocolate-flavored)
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
- ½ cup coconut sugar or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- ½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine oat flour, whey protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.Blend Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, peanut butter, coconut sugar, vanilla extract, and almond milk until smooth and creamy.Combine and Shape
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until well combined. Fold in chocolate chips or other add-ins if using.Bake
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking tray, leaving space between each cookie. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.Cool and Enjoy
Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!
Notes
- For a gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free oat flour.
- Add mashed banana or Greek yogurt for extra moisture if the dough feels too dry.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: sweet sensations
- Method: Snack, Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: ~7g
- Carbohydrates: ~9g
- Protein: ~8g