Chewy Protein Chocolate Chip Cookies
These delectable cookies combine the nostalgic flavors of classic chocolate chip cookies with protein powder, making them a nutritious treat that’s perfect for post-workout snacking or a sweet indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 eggs
- ⅔ cup unsalted peanut butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar (white or brown)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar until smooth and slightly fluffy.
- Add the peanut butter and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
- Gently fold in the protein powder and baking soda, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the dough.
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart, and slightly flatten the tops.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are set but centers are still soft.
- Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a rack.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. The dough can be refrigerated for 1-2 days to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
