Looking for a protein cookie recipe that doesnt taste like cardboard? These peanut butter protein cookies are gonna change your snack game. Theyre soft chewy and pack 8g protein per cookie without sacrificing flavor.
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Why This Protein Cookies Recipe Works
Most protein powder cookie recipes end up dry or weird tasting. This one uses natural peanut butter as the base which keeps everything moist plus adds extra protein. The combo of vanilla protein powder and PB creates this amazing nutty flavor thats way better than regular cookies.
Ingredients for Protein Peanut Butter Cookies
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder (about 60g)
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Pro tip: Use a high quality protein powder – it makes a huge difference in taste
How to Make Peanut Butter Protein Cookies
- Heat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment
- Mix peanut butter egg vanilla and sugar in a bowl until smooth
- Add protein powder baking soda and salt – mix until just combined
- Fold in chocolate chips if using
- Scoop dough into 12 balls and flatten slightly on baking sheet
- Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are set
- Let cool on pan for 5 minutes before moving
The dough might look a bit thick – thats normal with protein powder cookies. Dont add extra liquid or theyll spread too much.
High Protein Peanut Butter Cookies Variations
Chocolate Version: Use chocolate protein powder instead of vanilla and add cocoa powder
Extra Protein: Mix in some ground flax or chia seeds
Sugar-Free: Swap sugar for stevia or monk fruit sweetener
High Protein Chocolate Chip Cookies: Double the chocolate chips and use chocolate protein powder
Storage Tips
These protein peanut butter cookies stay soft for 3-4 days in an airtight container. You can also freeze the dough balls and bake fresh cookies whenever you want – just add an extra minute to baking time.
Nutrition Facts Per Cookie
- Calories: 145
- Protein: 8g
- Carbs: 9g
- Fat: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
Way better than store bought protein bars and actually tastes like a real cookie.
FAQ About Protein Cookies
Are protein cookies actually healthy?
Depends what you compare them to. These peanut butter and protein cookies have way more protein and less sugar than regular cookies. Theyre not health food but theyre a solid post workout snack or protein-packed treat.
Can you add protein powder to peanut butter cookies?
Yes but you gotta adjust the recipe. Protein powder absorbs moisture so you usually need less flour or more wet ingredients. This recipe is specifically designed for protein powder so it works perfectly.
How do you add protein to cookies?
Easiest way is swapping some flour for protein powder. You can also add nuts nut butters or seeds. This peanut butter cookie protein powder combo gives you about 8g per cookie which is pretty good.
Are peanut butter cookies a good source of protein?
Regular PB cookies have maybe 2-3g protein. These protein peanut butter cookies have 8g each thanks to the protein powder plus natural peanut butter. Much better option if youre trying to hit your protein goals.
Does peanut butter protein build muscle?
Peanut butter has protein but its not complete like whey or casein. The protein powder in this recipe fills in those gaps. Combined with regular workouts these cookies can definitely help with muscle building and recovery.
Peanut Butter Protein Cookies
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup natural peanut butter smooth or crunchy
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder about 60g
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the peanut butter, egg, vanilla extract, and sugar until smooth.
- Add protein powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop dough into 12 balls and slightly flatten each one on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set.
- Let cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring.
Notes
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The Bottom Line
This protein cookies recipe is perfect when you want something sweet but also want to fuel your body. The peanut butter keeps them soft and delicious while the protein powder bumps up the nutrition. Way better than buying expensive protein bars.
Make a batch Sunday and youll have grab-and-go snacks all week. Your taste buds and your muscles will thank you.
Ready to try them? Start with this basic recipe then experiment with your favorite add-ins. Once you nail the technique you can customize however you want.
