High Protein Pistachio Cookies
Indulge in the perfect balance of flavor and nourishment with these High Protein Pistachio Cookies, a delightful twist on traditional treats. Packed with the crunchy goodness of finely chopped pistachios and the creamy richness of vanilla whey protein powder, these cookies are ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth while boosting your protein intake. Made with oat flour for a wholesome base, Greek yogurt for added tenderness, and a touch of brown sugar for caramel-like depth, each bite is as nutritious as it is indulgent. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for meal prep or a quick post-workout snack. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or store them for later, this recipe is the ultimate high-protein dessert that’s both delicious and guilt-free.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw shelled pistachios
- 1 cup Oat flour
- 1 scoop Whey protein powder (vanilla flavored)
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, pulse the raw shelled pistachios until finely chopped, but not turned into a paste. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, whey protein powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, cream the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt into the butter and sugar mixture until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped pistachios, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, placing cookies about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your high protein pistachio cookies or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2152 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.9 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.3 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 1429 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.9 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 132.6 g | ||
| Protein | 72.5 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 413 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1899 mg | 40% | |
*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.
