Make the most effective protein cookies youβve ever had with simply 6 easy components. Theyβre gentle, chewy, made with out flour and pack in 10 grams of protein every!
Need extraΒ excessive protein snacks? Attempt myΒ no bake protein balls, protein bars or this protein banana bread.
Why I Love These Protein Cookies
- Protein-packedΒ β Every cookie is filled with 10 grams of protein!
- Fast and simpleΒ β You solely want 6 easy components and one bowl to make these cookies!
- Wholesome β There isn’t any dairy, flour, refined sugar or synthetic components in these cookies, so that theyβre positively wholesome in my ebook!
- MoveableΒ β Theyβre simple to eat on the go. Pack one in your lunch for a mid-afternoon snack or carry one to the health club for a post-workout snack.
Substances Wanted
You solely want 6 easy components to whip up these cookies! I wager you have already got the whole lot you want in your kitchen proper now. Right hereβs what you want:
- vanilla protein powderΒ βΒ youβll want a veganΒ protein powderΒ for this recipe. Iβve examined this recipe withΒ Solar WarriorΒ andΒ NuzestΒ and I extremely advocate one among these manufacturers. You should utilize my code eatingbirdfood for 15% off your Nuzest order.
- peanut butterΒ β you need to use pure, drippy peanut butter that solely has one or two components, the nuts and salt. I like Loopy Richardβs creamy peanut butter.
- maple syrup β the proper pure sweetener for these cookies. Be at liberty to make use of honey if thatβs what you’ve got readily available.
- baking soda β helps the cookies to rise and change into fluffy.
- eggsΒ βΒ helps to bind the cookies collectivelyβ¦ and provides additional protein!
- chocolate chipsΒ βΒ I actually likeΒ Lilyβs chocolate chipsΒ as a result of theyβre dairy-free, decrease in sugar and nonetheless have an excellent taste.
Recipe Variations
- Use a distinct mix-in β Be at liberty to skip the chocolate chips all collectively or swap them with a distinct mix-in like chopped nuts, shredded coconut or dried fruit.
- Use a distinct protein powder β Wish to make a distinct taste protein cookie? Swap out the vanilla protein powder with chocolate or no matter taste you like!
Learn how to Make Protein Cookies
Step 1: In a medium mixing bowl whisk collectively your vanilla protein powder, baking soda, maple syrup, peanut butter, and eggs. Fold in your chocolate chips.
Step 2: Utilizing a Tablespoon orΒ cookie scoop, drop Tablespoon sized balls of dough onto a ready cookie sheet. Use your fingers or a fork to type the cookie form. Bake at 350ΒΊF for 9-10 minutes or till the bottoms are golden brown. Cool on baking sheet a couple of minutes earlier than transferring to a wire cooling rack to chill fully.
Brittanyβs Ideas
- Use the appropriate protein powder: Be sure youβre utilizing a plant-based protein powder for these cookies! Whey protein powder doesnβt absorb as a lot liquid and can change the consistency of those cookies.
- Use a the appropriate peanut butter: In the case of your nut butter, be sure toβre utilizing a pure one with just one or two components: peanuts and salt.
Dietary Substitutions
- Peanut-free β Have a peanut allergy? Use almond butter or cashew butter as a substitute.
- Nut-free β Swap the peanut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.
- Low-sugar β Use monk fruit sugar free maple syrup as a substitute of pure maple syrup.
- Vegan β I havenβt examined it, however I wager you might swap the eggs for 2 flaxseed egg. Simply be aware, that it will change the protein content material of the cookies. Let me know should you strive it!
Learn how to Retailer Protein Cookies
- At room temperature: Retailer in an hermetic container on the counter for 3-4 days.
- Within the fridge: These cookies will keep recent for as much as one week within the fridge.
- Within the freezer: Let the cookies cool fully, then switch them to a freezer-safe container and retailer for as much as 3 months. When able to get pleasure from, allow them to thaw within the fridge in a single day.
Extra Excessive Protein Treats to Attempt
Make sure to try all of myΒ protein recipesΒ and the complete assortment ofΒ cookie recipesΒ right here on EBF!
