Description
Indulge your sweet tooth with these Protein Cookies (4 Ingredients!) that are as nutritious as they are delicious. Perfect for a quick snack, post-workout treat, or even a healthy breakfast option, these cookies are made with just four simple ingredients. Each cookie boasts a chewy texture and packs in over 20 grams of protein, making them an ideal choice for those looking to maintain a healthy lifestyle without sacrificing taste. Plus, they’re customizable—add chocolate chips or your favorite mix-ins for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you’re on a health kick or simply craving something sweet, these cookies will satisfy your cravings guilt-free!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup peanut butter
- 2/3 cup brown sugar substitute
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for eggless option)
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, brown sugar substitute, egg, and vanilla protein powder until smooth.
- Form dough into 12 balls and place them on the prepared sheet; flatten each ball slightly.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 30mg