Description
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this single-serving protein cookie recipe. Packed with flavor and protein, it’s the perfect snack or dessert for when you need a quick and satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 1 tablespoon almond flour
- ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon nut butter (like peanut or almond)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- ½ tablespoon milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, combine protein powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add nut butter, maple syrup, and milk to the dry mixture. Stir until a thick dough forms.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Shape and Bake: Form dough into a cookie shape and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes until golden. Alternatively, microwave on high for 40–60 seconds, checking for doneness.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookie to cool slightly before indulging.
Notes
- Consider using flavored protein powder for enhanced taste.
- For a lower-carb option, opt for sugar-free syrup and dark chocolate chips.
- Texture may vary based on the type of protein powder used.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute (microwave) or 10 minutes (oven)
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking or Microwave
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
