Protein Maple Pecan Cookies
Deliciously nutritious cookies infused with protein and whole grain goodness, perfect for a snack or post-workout treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1 cup oat flour or almond flour
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon seasonal spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin spice)
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup natural sweetener (maple syrup or honey)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the dry ingredients in a large bowl: protein powder, oat flour, and seasonal spices.
- Combine the wet ingredients in another bowl: Greek yogurt, egg, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Merge the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Add in the chopped pecans, folding them in until evenly distributed.
- Scoop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper with space between each.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These cookies can be customized with chocolate chips or dried fruits for added flavor variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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