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Oatmeal Protein Cookies Recipe

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These Oatmeal Protein Cookies are a healthy and delicious snack option packed with protein and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a post-workout bite or an on-the-go treat, they combine rolled oats, protein powder, natural sweeteners, and nutritious mix-ins to create soft, flavorful cookies that are easy to make and naturally gluten-free.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup protein powder (your choice)
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup natural sweetener (honey or maple syrup)
  • 1 ripe banana (mashed) or 1/4 cup applesauce
  • 1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter

Add-ins

  • 1/4 cup mix-ins (e.g., chopped nuts, raisins, or dark chocolate chips)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, and cinnamon. Stir until well blended.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, mash the ripe banana or use applesauce, then mix in the natural sweetener and almond or peanut butter until smooth and combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until a dough forms. The dough should be sticky but manageable.
  5. Add mix-ins: Fold in your choice of chopped nuts, raisins, or dark chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Form cookies: Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop dollops of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  7. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the cookies feel set.
  8. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • You can customize your mix-ins to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.
  • For vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey and ensure your protein powder is plant-based.
  • Cookies keep well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • If the dough is too sticky, chill it in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before baking.
  • These cookies are great as a quick breakfast or a healthy snack alternative to traditional sweets.

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