Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Total Time: 15–17 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 1 cookie
Cuisine: American
Course: Dessert, Snack
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
- 1 tablespoon almond flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar or coconut sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon chocolate chips
- Optional: ½ teaspoon peanut butter for extra richness
Equipment
- Small mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Oven
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a small baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Step 2: Combine the Dry Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, stir together the protein powder, oat flour, almond flour, baking powder, brown sugar, and salt until everything is evenly mixed.
Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients
Pour in the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until a soft cookie dough forms. If the dough feels dry, add an extra teaspoon of milk. If it becomes too wet, sprinkle in a little more oat flour.
Step 4: Fold in Chocolate Chips
Gently fold most of the chocolate chips into the dough, saving a few to press on top before baking for a bakery-style appearance.
Step 5: Shape the Cookie
Roll the dough into a ball and flatten it into a thick cookie, approximately ½ inch thick. Place it on the prepared baking tray.
Step 6: Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden while the center remains soft. Avoid overbaking, as protein cookies continue to firm up while cooling.
Step 7: Cool
Allow the cookie to cool for 5 minutes before enjoying. This helps improve the texture and allows the chocolate chips to become perfectly gooey.
Tips for Success
- Use a whey-casein protein blend for the softest texture.
- Different protein powders absorb moisture differently, so adjust the milk if necessary.
- Do not overmix the dough.
- For a crispier cookie, bake for an additional 1–2 minutes.
- Sprinkle a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt on top before serving for enhanced flavor.
Flavor Variations
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.
- Mix in white chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate.
- Add a dash of cinnamon for warmth.
- Stir in peanut butter for a richer cookie.
- Use dark chocolate chips for a deeper chocolate flavor.
Storage
This cookie is best enjoyed fresh and warm. However, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours or refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate Per Serving)
- Calories: 290
- Protein: 22 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Dietary Fiber: 3 g
- Sugars: 11 g
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Potassium: 180 mg