Description

These High Protein Cookies are soft, chewy, and easy to make at home. Made with oats, protein powder, peanut butter, and simple ingredients, they’re a tasty snack for busy days and meal prep.

Ingredients

1 cup oat flour
1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2–3 tablespoons milk, as needed
1/3 cup mini chocolate chips, optional

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the dry ingredients: Add oat flour, protein powder, rolled oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt to a bowl.
Mix the wet ingredients: In another bowl, stir together peanut butter, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
Combine: Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients. Stir until a soft cookie dough forms.
Adjust the dough: Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time if the dough feels too dry.
Add chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips if using.
Shape the cookies: Scoop the dough into 12 portions and place them on the baking sheet. Gently flatten each one with your fingers.
Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack.

Notes

Storage

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Freeze them for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.

Recipe Tips

Don’t overbake the cookies if you want them soft and chewy.
Use a protein powder you enjoy because its flavor will show in the cookies.
Add chopped nuts, coconut, or dark chocolate chips for extra flavor.
For chocolate cookies, add 2 tablespoons of unsweetened cocoa powder.
If the dough feels too sticky, chill it for 10–15 minutes before shaping.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Category: Snack, Dessert, Breakfast
Method: Baked