Protein-Rich Breakfast Cookies
Start your day on a nutritious note with these delightful protein-rich breakfast cookies, perfect for busy mornings or a healthy snack!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 1/2 cup protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- 1/4 cup dried fruit (raisins or cranberries, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, baking soda, and chopped nuts; mix well.
- In another bowl, blend peanut butter and honey until smooth. If using, fold in dried fruit.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Scoop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet with space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden brown but centers remain soft. Let cool before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For gluten-free cookies, use certified gluten-free oats.
- Add chia seeds for an extra nutritional boost.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg