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High-protein peanut butter cookies

High-Protein Peanut Butter Cookies


  • Author: Holly Darnell, RD
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

With balanced macros (11.1 grams of carbohydrates, 12.4 grams of fat and 8.5 grams of protein per 185-calorie cookie), these cookies make a satisfying mid-afternoon snack or a convenient option before or after a workout. If needed, almond butter can be substituted for peanut butter.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 tablespoons creamy peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons Paleo gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 scoop cinnamon-added collagen protein powder (or whey protein powder and a teaspoon of cinnamon)
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 F, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the butter (or coconut oil), peanut butter (or almond butter), coconut sugar, egg yolk and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add the Paleo gluten-free flour blend, collagen protein powder (or whey), baking powder and sea salt. Stir until fully incorporated.
  4. If the dough appears dry, add water one teaspoon at a time until a smooth dough forms.
  5. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each cookie with a fork, pressing once vertically and once horizontally to create a crisscross pattern.
  6. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until light cracks form on the tops.
  7. Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.
  8. Store leftovers tightly covered at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for up to one week.
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min
  • Category: Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (34g)
  • Calories: 185
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 216mg
  • Fat: 12.4g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7.6g
  • Trans Fat: 0.1g
  • Carbohydrates: 11.1g
  • Fiber: 1.4g
  • Protein: 8.5g
  • Cholesterol: 54mg