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Protein Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

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This Protein Cookie Recipe with Chocolate Chips is a delicious and healthy treat, combining the richness of nut butter and chocolate chips with the added benefit of whey protein. Perfect as a post-workout snack or a guilt-free dessert, these cookies are easy to make and packed with flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup unsweetened nut butter (almond, cashew, or peanut butter) (260 g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • ½ cup coconut sugar (75 g)
  • ⅔ cup vanilla whey protein powder, packed (85 g)
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt

Add-ins

  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips (45 g)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, unsweetened nut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the coconut sugar, vanilla whey protein powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
  4. Incorporate dry into wet: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients bowl. Mix thoroughly until a uniform dough forms.
  5. Add chocolate chips: Fold in the mini chocolate chips evenly into the cookie dough, ensuring they’re distributed throughout.
  6. Shape cookies: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  7. Bake cookies: Place baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
  8. Cool: Remove cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them firm up and hold their shape.

Notes

  • You can substitute the nut butter with your favorite type, but unsweetened versions work best to control sugar levels.
  • Ensure to pack the protein powder tightly when measuring to get the accurate amount.
  • For a lower sugar option, reduce the coconut sugar slightly or use a sugar substitute compatible with baking.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Adding a pinch of cinnamon or a splash of almond milk can alter the flavor and texture if desired.

Keywords: protein cookie, chocolate chip cookie, healthy cookie, high protein snack, post workout snack

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