Description
Homemade protein cookies deliver a guilt-free indulgence packed with muscle-building goodness. Crisp edges and chewy centers make these treats perfect for fitness enthusiasts craving a wholesome sweet escape.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Cookies
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml / 8 fl oz) creamy peanut butter (or almond butter for a nut-free option)
- 1/2 cup (120 g / 4.2 oz) protein powder (vanilla or chocolate, depending on your preference)
- 1/2 cup (45 g / 1.6 oz) old-fashioned oats (or oat flour for a smoother texture)
- 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg for a vegan option)
Binding and Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml / 2 fl oz) honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1/4 cup (45 g / 1.6 oz) mini chocolate chips (optional, for a sweet touch)
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, whisk together the creamy peanut butter, golden honey, fresh egg, and aromatic vanilla extract until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- Gradually incorporate the protein powder and hearty oats into the liquid blend, stirring methodically until a dense, cohesive dough materializes.
- If desired, gently fold chocolate chips throughout the dough, distributing them evenly for maximum flavor integration.
- Using a portioning tool or spoon, extract tablespoon-sized dollops of the mixture and roll them into compact spheres with your palms.
- Arrange the dough balls on a parchment-lined surface, maintaining slight separation between each cookie.
- Tenderly flatten each sphere using fingertips or the reverse side of a utensil, transforming them into classic cookie silhouettes.
- Transfer the preparing cookies to the refrigeration chamber, allowing them to rest and solidify for a minimum of 30 minutes, which guarantees structural integrity.
- Once thoroughly chilled, the protein-packed treats are primed for consumption. Preserve any remaining cookies within a sealed container in the refrigerator, where they will maintain optimal quality for approximately one week.
Notes
- Swap protein powders based on dietary needs or taste preferences to create unique flavor variations.
- For a vegan version, replace egg with mashed banana or chia seed egg substitute to maintain moisture and binding.
- Experiment with different nut butters like almond or cashew for subtle flavor changes and added nutritional diversity.
- Enhance texture by slightly toasting oats before mixing to develop a richer, nuttier undertone in the cookies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg