Celebrate the holidays with these soft and chewy cookies packed with protein and fiber. Perfect for guilt-free indulgence and sharing!
Macros per serving: 90 calories, 8g protein, 10g carbs, 3g fat, 2g fiber
Total servings: 12 cookies
Ingredients
- 120g (1 1/4 c.) oat flour
- 30g (1 scoop) vanilla whey protein powder
- 50g (1/4 c.) almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 45g (3 tbsp) honey (or sugar-free maple syrup)
- 60g (1/4 c.) unsweetened applesauce
- 15g (1 tbsp) mini dark chocolate chips (optional festive sprinkles for decoration)
Alternative and substitute ingredients
- Vegan alternatives: Use plant-based protein powder and swap honey for agave or maple syrup.
- Gluten-free substitutions: Replace oat flour with certified gluten-free oat flour or almond flour.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix oat flour and protein powder.
- Add almond butter, honey, and applesauce. Stir until a dough forms.
- Fold in chocolate chips or festive sprinkles.
- Scoop out ~1 tbsp of dough per cookie and roll into balls. Flatten slightly on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until edges are set. Let cool for 5 minutes on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes and tips
- Suggested pan size: Standard baking sheet.
- Adjust sweetness: Add a pinch of calorie-free sweetener for extra sweetness.
- Nutritional advice: Opt for dark chocolate chips for added antioxidants.
- Storage suggestions: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for 1 week.
- Meal prep options: Double the batch and freeze extras for up to 3 months.
- Optional toppings: Drizzle with melted chocolate or sprinkle with crushed candy canes for a festive touch.
Tips for lowering calories
- Swap almond butter with powdered peanut butter mixed with water.
- Use calorie-free sweetener instead of honey for a lower-calorie option.
