Protein Cookie Recipe

These protein cookies are the perfect blend of healthy and delicious - crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and loaded with chocolate chips. Each cookie packs 8g of protein while still tasting like a treat! Ready in just 27 minutes, they're perfect for post-workout snacks or healthy desserts.

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Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Protein Cookie Recipe

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 12

Servings: cookies

Calories: 150kcal

Cost: $13

Equipment

Large mixing bowls
Measuring cups and spoons
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
Wire cooling rack
Cookie scoop (optional but recommended)

Ingredients

1 cup vanilla protein powder whey or plant-based
½ cup almond flour
¼ cup coconut flour
⅓ cup almond butter
¼ cup honey or maple syrup
1 large egg
2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
⅓ cup sugar-free chocolate chips
2-3 tablespoons almond milk if needed

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine protein powder, almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and salt.
Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together almond butter, melted coconut oil, honey, egg, and vanilla extract.
Combine: Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Mix until well combined. If too dry, add almond milk gradually.
Add chocolate chips: Fold in sugar-free chocolate chips.
Form cookies: Roll dough into 12-15 balls. Place on prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly.
Bake: 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
Cool: Let rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to cooling rack.

Notes

Store in airtight container for up to 3 days
Freezer-friendly for up to 3 months
Don't overbake - cookies will firm up while cooling

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