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Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies

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These chewy peanut butter chocolate chip protein cookies are quick and easy to make, packed with protein, and perfect for an energy boost anytime.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats (old-fashioned)
  • 1 cup vanilla whey protein powder (or vanilla-flavored plant-based protein powder)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder (optional)
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter (natural, no added sugar)
  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large egg (room temperature) or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, baking soda, salt, and baking powder (if using). Stir to evenly distribute.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, egg (or flax egg), and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  4. Slowly add the dry oat mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir gently using a spatula until just combined. If dough is too dry, add a tablespoon of milk (dairy or plant-based).
  5. Fold in chocolate chips carefully to avoid breaking them up.
  6. Scoop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with fingers or back of a spoon.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers still look soft. Avoid overbaking to keep chewy texture.
  8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies soft and chewy. Use old-fashioned oats for best texture. If dough is crumbly, add a teaspoon of olive oil or extra egg white. Let cookies cool fully before storing. For vegan version, substitute egg with flax egg and use plant-based protein powder and maple syrup.

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