Protein Chocolate Acorn Cookies
Delicious and guilt-free Protein Chocolate Acorn Cookies, perfect for post-workout snacking or as an afternoon treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- Protein Powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- Oat Flour or Almond Flour
- Greek Yogurt (or dairy-free substitute)
- 1 Egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- Seasonal Spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, etc.)
- Flavor-specific Mix-ins (chocolate chips, nuts, dried fruits)
- Natural Sweetener (honey, maple syrup, agave)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix dry ingredients: oat or almond flour, protein powder, and spices in a bowl.
- Combine wet ingredients: Greek yogurt, egg, and sweetener until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients to wet mixture and stir gently.
- Fold in your chosen mix-ins.
- Scoop batter onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a dollop of nut butter or coconut flakes. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to five days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, protein, healthy, dessert, guilt-free