High Protein Classic Oatmeal Cookies
Elevate your snack game with these **High Protein Classic Oatmeal Cookies**, a nutritious twist on the traditional favorite! Packed with hearty oats and a boost of vanilla or unflavored whey protein powder, this recipe combines the classic chewy texture of oatmeal cookies with the health benefits of high-quality protein. Sweetened with a blend of brown sugar and granulated sugar, and enhanced by warm hints of cinnamon and vanilla, these cookies strike the perfect balance between indulgence and nourishment. Whether you mix in raisins for a fruity touch or opt for chocolate chips for added decadence, these cookies bake up golden and delicious in under 30 minutes. Ideal for a post-workout snack or satisfying a midday craving, they’re the perfect way to enjoy a comforting treat while staying energized!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups quick oats
- 0.75 cup whey protein powder, vanilla or unflavored
- 1 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed until creamy.
Add the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the butter, and beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is well incorporated before adding the next.
Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Stir in the quick oats and whey protein powder using a spatula or wooden spoon.
If using, fold in the raisins or chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 tablespoons per cookie, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4508 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.6 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.1 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 680 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 3295 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 681.8 g | 248% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 419.5 g | ||
| Protein | 197.2 g | 394% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1502 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 50.1 mg | 278% | |
| Potassium | 3327 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
