Description
Indulge in these protein-packed peanut butter cookies that are both delicious and nutritious. With the goodness of natural peanut butter, protein powder, and almond flour, these cookies make for a guilt-free treat that you can enjoy any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional:
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Add the protein powder, almond flour, baking soda, and salt, and stir until well combined.
- Optional: Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
- Form and bake: Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a fork. Bake for 8–10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- You can use any flavor of protein powder, but vanilla works best for a balanced flavor.
- For a vegan version, use a plant-based protein and substitute the eggs with flax eggs.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg