Description
Indulge in these Protein Cookie Dough Chocolate Yogurt Cookies for a guilt-free treat that satisfies your sweet cravings and boosts your protein intake.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookies:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup rolled oats (optional for texture)
- 1 tablespoon nut butter (such as almond or peanut butter)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, protein powder, almond flour, maple syrup, salt, baking soda, vanilla extract, nut butter, and cocoa powder until smooth.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in chocolate chips and rolled oats if using, until well incorporated.
- Shape and Bake: Use a cookie scoop or spoon to portion the dough onto the baking sheet. Flatten slightly and bake for 10–12 minutes until set.
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy warm or chilled.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free yogurt and plant-based protein powder.
- Skip oats for a smoother texture.
- Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 98
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 78mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
