Vanilla Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies
There’s nothing better than a cookie that feels like a treat but secretly gives you a boost of energy.
Servings: 8 cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup coconut oil or unsalted butter melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1/3-1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil (or butter), maple syrup, and egg.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until just combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, making 8 cookies.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a cooling rack.
Notes
Will the protein powder flavor be noticeable?
It depends on the brand, but yes, there is a slight aftertaste to the protein powder. Using chocolate chips helps balance that.
My cookies came out soft—why?
That’s normal for this recipe! The combo of almond flour, protein powder, and no refined sugar creates a soft, slightly dense cookie.
How much protein is there per serving?
The recipe makes 8 cookies, and each cookie has approximately 9 grams of protein.