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Protein Chocolate Chip Cookies

Protein Chocolate Chip Cookies

Indulge in these Protein Chocolate Chip Cookies, a healthy treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while boosting your protein intake.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Sweets & Desserts
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1 scoop protein powder
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil melted
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup use maple syrup for vegan
  • 1 large egg or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dark chocolate chips or dairy-free chocolate for vegan

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

How to Make Protein Chocolate Chip Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix the dry ingredients by combining almond flour, protein powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Stir until well blended.
  3. Whisk together the wet ingredients in another bowl: melted coconut oil, honey (or maple syrup), large egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients by pouring the wet mixture into the dry. Stir gently until just incorporated.
  5. Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, giving them space to spread.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 3mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra touch of indulgence. For best results, let the coconut oil cool a bit before mixing.

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