Easy Oatmeal Protein Cookies Recipe

Easy Oatmeal Protein Cookies Recipe

Dessert
22 min
120 kcal / serving

These oatmeal protein cookies are the perfect guilt-free snack! Packed with protein, fiber, and natural sweetness, they make a great post-workout treat or an energy-boosting midday snack. Customize them with your favorite add-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruit, or nuts to make them truly yours. Serve them with a glass of milk, a cup of tea, or enjoy them as a grab-and-go snack.

Ingredients

  • 1 cuprolled oats
  • ½ cupprotein powder ((vanilla or unflavored))
  • ½ cupalmond flour
  • ¼ cuphoney or maple syrup
  • ¼ cupnut butter ((peanut, almond, or cashew))
  • ¼ cupunsweetened apple (sauce)
  • 1 tspvanilla extract
  • ½ tspbaking soda
  • ¼ tspsalt
  • ¼ cupchocolate chips
  • ¼ cupdried fruit
  • ¼ cupchopped nuts or seeds

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the OvenPreheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry IngredientsIn a large bowl, combine rolled oats, protein powder, almond flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.

  3. 3

    Blend Wet IngredientsIn a medium bowl, mix honey or maple syrup, nut butter, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Wet and Dry MixturesGradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Stir until a thick, cohesive dough forms. If the dough feels too dry, add a bit more applesauce or a splash of milk. Stir in chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, or seeds for added texture and flavor.

  5. 5

    Shape the CookiesScoop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each scoop slightly with the back of a spoon to form cookie shapes.

  6. 6

    BakeBake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

  7. 7

    Cool and ServeLet the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy with your favorite beverage!