Oatmeal Protein Cookies
Delicious and healthy cookies packed with protein, perfect for a snack any time of day.
Ingredients
Wet ingredients
- 1 large egg Can be replaced with a flax egg for a vegan option
- 100 grams ripe banana (mashed, replace with ½ cup applesauce) Adds sweetness and moisture
- 80 grams nut butter (such as peanut butter or almond butter) Provides healthy fats and protein
- 100 grams granulated sweetener (erythritol, monk fruit, coconut sugar, or brown sugar) For sweetness
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Dry ingredients
- 150 grams rolled oats
- 30 grams almond flour (or oat flour) Adds texture
- 30 grams protein powder Can use any preferred flavor
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 100 grams chocolate chips Use sugar-free if desired
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 190ºC (400ºF) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg, mashed banana (or applesauce), and nut butter until creamy.
- Add the granulated sweetener, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the bowl and stir until well combined.
Mixing
- Add the rolled oats, almond flour, protein powder, and baking powder to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- If the dough is too thick, adjust by adding a splash of milk.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
Baking
- Refrigerate the cookie dough for at least 10 minutes.
- Scoop out 1/3 cup of dough and shape into 9 cookies, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes and allow them to cool on a baking rack.
Notes
These cookies can be enjoyed warm or cooled, and are perfect with milk or tea. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.