Protein Cookies

 Protein Cookies!!!

These protein-packed cookies are soft, chewy, and perfect for a post-workout snack or a guilt-free treat!

Ingredients:

- 1 cup creamy peanut butter

- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)

- 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats

- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup

- 1 large egg

- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

- Pinch of salt

Optional Mix-ins:

- 1/4 cup chocolate chips

- 1/4 cup chopped nuts

- 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseeds

Directions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), egg, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.

3. Add Dry Ingredients: Add the protein powder, oats, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Mix until a dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of oats or protein powder.

4. Fold in Mix-ins: Gently fold in any desired mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or seeds.

5. Shape Cookies: Scoop 1-2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten with a fork or your hand.

6. Bake: Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just set. The cookies may look slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.

7. Cool and Enjoy: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your protein-packed treat!

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes | Servings: 12 cookies | Kcal: 180 kcal