Description
These Protein Cookies are a healthy and delicious snack packed with protein. Made with peanut butter, oats, and protein powder, they make for a great post-workout treat or a satisfying snack on the go. Customize them with chocolate chips or your favorite mix-ins for extra flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (or almond butter for a nut-free option)
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate, depending on your preference)
- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (or oat flour for a smoother texture)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg for a vegan option)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional, for a sweet touch)
Instructions
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), egg, and vanilla extract (if using). Mix until smooth and well combined.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Add the protein powder and oats to the wet ingredients. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- If using chocolate chips, fold them into the dough.
- Shape the Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place the balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or plate.
- Flatten each ball slightly with your hand or the back of a spoon to form a cookie shape.
- Chill the Cookies: Refrigerate the cookies for at least 30 minutes to set. This step is crucial for the cookies to hold their shape.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once chilled, the cookies are ready to eat! Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
- Use quality protein powder for the best taste.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey/maple syrup.
- Feel free to add mix-ins like nuts, dried fruit, or seeds for extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg