Description
These Protein Peanut Butter Cookies are a delicious and healthy treat, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while also getting a protein boost. Made with natural peanut butter, protein powder, and a touch of sweetness, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine peanut butter, protein powder, honey (or maple syrup), egg, baking soda, vanilla extract, and salt until a thick dough forms.
- Add optional ingredients: Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Form and bake: Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized portions, roll into balls, place on baking sheet, and flatten slightly with a fork. Bake for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool and enjoy: Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use a flax egg and plant-based protein powder.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
