Easy Oatmeal Protein Cookies Recipe
These oatmeal protein cookies are the perfect guilt-free snack! Packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness, they make a great post-workout treat or an energy-boosting midday snack. Customize them with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruit, or nuts to make them truly yours. Serve them with a glass of milk, a cup of tea, or enjoy them as a grab-and-go snack.
Equipment
- 2 Mixing bowls (large and medium)
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Spatula or wooden spoon
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- 1 Wire rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- ½ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- ¼ cup unsweetened apple sauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
Optional add-ins:
- ¼ cup Chocolate chips
- ¼ cup Dried fruit
- ¼ cup Chopped nuts or seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the OvenPreheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry IngredientsIn a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, almond flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- Blend Wet IngredientsIn a medium bowl, mix honey or maple syrup, nut butter, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry MixturesGradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir until a thick, cohesive dough forms. If the dough feels too dry, add a bit more applesauce or a splash of milk. Stir in chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, or seeds for added texture and flavor.
- Shape the CookiesScoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each scoop slightly with the back of a spoon to form cookie shapes.
- BakeBake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Cool and ServeLet the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy with your favorite beverage!
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Notes
- If the dough is sticky, chill it in the fridge for 10 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Experiment with different protein powder flavors for variety. Chocolate or cinnamon protein powder works great!
- To make the cookies gluten-free, ensure the oats and protein powder are certified gluten-free.