3-Ingredient Protein Cookies Recipe
Introduction
These 3-Ingredient Protein Cookies are a quick and healthy treat perfect for any time of day. Made with simple ingredients, they offer a delicious way to boost your protein intake without fuss.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (or any mix-ins you’d like)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350° Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a bowl, mash the banana until mostly smooth. Then add the peanut butter and protein powder, mixing until combined.
- Step 3: Fold in the chocolate chips or your chosen mix-ins. Scoop 2 tablespoon-sized mounds of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Slightly wet your hands and gently press each cookie to flatten it slightly.
- Step 4: Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Remove from the oven and transfer to a wire cooling rack before serving or storing.
Tips & Variations
- Substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for different flavors.
- Add nuts, dried fruit, or shredded coconut for extra texture.
- If the dough feels too sticky, chill it for 10 minutes before shaping.
Storage
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat briefly in the microwave if desired to soften.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different type of protein powder?
Yes, you can use whey, plant-based, or any protein powder you prefer. Just keep the same quantity for best results.
Are these cookies gluten-free?
These cookies are naturally gluten-free as long as your protein powder and mix-ins do not contain gluten. Always check labels to be sure.
Print3-Ingredient Protein Cookies Recipe
These 3-Ingredient Protein Cookies are a quick and healthy treat perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while boosting your protein intake. Made with just ripe banana, peanut butter, and protein powder, these cookies are easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite mix-ins like chocolate chips. They bake up soft and chewy with a subtle sweetness, making them ideal for a post-workout snack or a nutritious dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (or any mix-ins you’d like)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350° Fahrenheit (175° Celsius) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mash Banana and Mix: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe banana until mostly smooth. Add the peanut butter and protein powder to the bowl and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined into a dough.
- Add Mix-ins and Shape Cookies: Fold your choice of mix-ins, such as chocolate chips, into the cookie dough. Using a tablespoon, scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet into 2-tablespoon sized mounds. Slightly wet your hands with water, then gently press and flatten each mound to create cookie shapes.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden brown. This ensures they hold together while remaining chewy inside.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer the cookies to a wire cooling rack to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the nut butter with almond, cashew, or sunflower seed butter to vary flavors or accommodate allergies.
- Protein powder flavors like vanilla or chocolate can influence the sweetness and taste of the cookies, so choose according to your preference.
- Other mix-ins such as chopped nuts, seeds, dried fruit, or coconut flakes work great for added texture.
- These cookies are best stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
- For a vegan option, ensure your protein powder and chocolate chips are vegan-friendly.
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