High-Protein Chocolate Chip Cookies
These high-protein chocolate chip cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with protein, making them a perfect guilt-free treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (90g) rolled oats (ground into oat flour)
- 1/2 cup (60g) vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup (60ml) coconut oil, melted (or unsalted butter, melted)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) pure maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (90g) dark chocolate chips or chunks (70% cocoa preferred)
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional: A pinch of cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Prepare the oat flour by placing 1 cup of rolled oats in a food processor or blender and pulse until it reaches a fine, flour-like consistency (about 30-45 seconds).
- In a medium bowl, combine the oat flour, 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Stir well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly frothy (1-2 minutes).
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips and optional nuts or cinnamon if using.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers still look soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to finish cooling.
Notes
If dough is too sticky, chill for 15 minutes before baking. If crumbly, add a teaspoon of almond milk or water. Use parchment paper or silicone mat to prevent sticking. For vegan version, substitute egg with flax egg and use plant-based protein powder and vegan butter or coconut oil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Protein: 7
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