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Protein Cookie Recipe

Protein Cookie Recipe

Soft and chewy protein chocolate chip cookies loaded with dark chocolate chips and topped with flaky sea salt. These healthy cookies pack 12g of protein each, making them perfect for a post-workout treat or afternoon snack.
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Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 3 ingredient protein cookies, Healthy protein cookie recipe, Protein Cookie Recipe, Protein cookie recipe low calorie
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $9.5

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl For dry ingredients
  • Medium mixing bowl For wet ingredients
  • Measuring cups and spoons Accurate measuring is key
  • Whisk or fork For blending dry ingredients
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Baking sheet Lined with parchment paper
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Cookie scoop or tablespoon For evenly sized cookies
  • Cooling rack Helps cookies set properly
  • Airtight container (for storage)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 scoops 60g vanilla whey protein powder
  • cup coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup coconut oil melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • cup dark chocolate chips
  • Extra sea salt for topping

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Mix dry ingredients: almond flour, protein powder, baking soda, salt
  • Cream together melted coconut oil and coconut sugar
  • Add egg and vanilla to wet ingredients
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients
  • Fold in chocolate chips
  • Form 12 cookies on lined baking sheet
  • Sprinkle with sea salt
  • Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are golden
  • Cool completely on baking sheet

Notes

  • Don't overbake - cookies will firm up while cooling
  • Use room temperature egg for better mixing
  • For best results, use whey protein powder

Nutrition

Serving: 60g | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 90mg | Potassium: 180mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.5mg