Protein Power Cookies
Fuel your day with these irresistibly chewy and nutritious Protein Power Cookies, brimming with wholesome ingredients and packed with muscle-boosting energy! This quick and easy recipe combines the hearty goodness of rolled oats, almond flour, and ground flaxseed with a flavorful kick from vanilla or chocolate protein powder. Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and a touch of unsweetened applesauce, these cookies stay moist and satisfying with every bite. Bursting with dark chocolate chips and optional crunchy nuts, they’re perfect as a post-workout snack, breakfast on-the-go, or guilt-free dessert. Ready in under 30 minutes, these high-protein cookies are not only delicious but versatile, appealing to health-conscious eaters and busy individuals alike. Enjoy them fresh or make ahead—they store beautifully for days of clean, convenient energy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cups protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor)
- 0.5 cups almond flour
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups natural almond butter
- 0.33 cups honey or maple syrup
- 0.25 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cups chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, almond flour, ground flaxseed, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to incorporate all the dry ingredients evenly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until a thick dough forms.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and chopped nuts, if using, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, form the dough into 12 equal-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand to form a cookie shape.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The cookies will still be soft but will firm up as they cool.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy them as a protein-packed snack or treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3032 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.7 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.9 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1652 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.5 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.6 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.2 g | ||
| Protein | 167.8 g | 336% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1008 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 25.9 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 3035 mg | 65% | |
*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.
