Craving protein chocolate chip cookies that are soft in the middle and slightly crisp at the edges? These high protein cookies contain around 10g of protein and 170 kcal each. The base is Almond Flour with Ultra Fine Oats, Perfection Whey brings the protein and our new Choco Drops finish it off: chocolate drops with no added sugar that hold their shape in the oven.
No mixer needed, the dough is ready in 15 minutes and after 10 minutes in the oven you have 12 cookies. Perfect as a post-workout snack, with your coffee or packed for work. Because enjoying your food & hitting your goals go hand in hand.
PROTEIN COOKIE RECIPE: METHOD
- In a bowl, mix the Almond Flour, Ultra Fine Oats, Perfection Whey, bicarbonate of soda and a pinch of salt.
- In a second bowl, stir the Natural Peanut Butter, melted coconut oil and honey until smooth.
- Whisk in the egg, Liquid Egg Whites and Flavour Powder Vanilla.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix briefly into a sticky dough.
- Fold in two thirds of the Choco Drops.
- Chill the dough for 20 minutes so it firms up and is easier to shape.
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (160°C fan) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- Roll 12 balls of about 45g and press them flat to 1cm thick. Protein cookies barely spread, so the shape you make now is the shape you get.
- Press the remaining Choco Drops on top and bake for 9 to 11 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centre still feels soft.
- Leave the cookies on the tray for 10 minutes. They firm up as they cool.
HOW DO YOU KEEP PROTEIN COOKIES SOFT?
- Use Almond Flour: it naturally contains fats that create a soft, chewy texture, and it provides 21g of protein per 100g.
- Take the cookies out on time. The centre should still be soft, the residual heat keeps baking them on the tray.
- Always chill the dough. Chilled dough is easier to shape and gives thicker, softer cookies.
- Do not add extra protein powder. More whey dries out the dough, so stick to the flour and whey ratio in this recipe.
COMMON MISTAKES (AND HOW TO AVOID THEM)
- Baking too long: protein powder absorbs a lot of moisture, so overbaked protein cookies turn dry or rubbery.
- Overmixing: stir only until the dry ingredients are just combined.
- Not flattening the balls: protein cookies do not spread like classic cookies, so shape them before baking.
- Skipping the baking paper: without it the cookies stick and break.
WHAT MAKES THESE HIGH PROTEIN COOKIES?
| Per 100g (approx.) | Classic chocolate chip cookie | This protein cookie |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 490 kcal | 390 kcal |
| Protein | 5g | 21g |
| Sugars | 32g | 9g |
Over 20% of the energy comes from protein, and protein contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle mass.
Want to know how much protein you need each day? Read our guide on how much protein per day you really need.
VARIATIONS AND SWAPS
Double chocolate
Use Perfection Whey Chocolate and dark Choco Drops for an extra intense chocolate taste.
White chocolate
Go for white Choco Drops and add Flavour Powder White Chocolate Coconut to the dough for a creamy, tropical twist.
No added sugar
Replace the honey with 40g of granulated sweetener, such as erythritol. That saves around 10 kcal per cookie.
No peanut butter
Swap the peanut butter for Whey Choco or another topping from the Spreads collection.
Egg whites only
Use 110g of Liquid Egg Whites instead of the egg and the 75g of egg whites. The taste will be slightly less rich.
Gluten free
Almond flour is gluten free. Choose certified gluten-free oats if you want to avoid gluten.
Find everything for high-protein baking in our Baking collection. Fancy something without the oven? Make our protein cookie dough. No time to bake? Discover our ready-to-eat cookies.
WHICH CHOCO DROPS SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?
Choco Drops contain 0% added sugar and less than 50 kcal per 10g serving. Choose from three flavours:
- Dark: intense and less sweet, perfect for double chocolate cookies.
- Milk: the classic chocolate chip cookie taste.
- White: creamy and sweet, great with vanilla.
Also delicious over Greek yoghurt, skyr or porridge.
HOW TO STORE AND FREEZE PROTEIN COOKIES
- Storing: 3 to 4 days in an airtight container at room temperature, or up to 5 days in the fridge.
- Freezing: baked cookies keep for up to 3 months. Defrost for 15 minutes on the counter.
- Meal prep: freeze the dough balls and bake straight from frozen, adding 2 minutes to the baking time.
FAQ
How much protein is in one cookie?
One cookie contains around 10g of protein and 170 kcal. Exact values depend on the products you use.
Are protein cookies healthy?
These cookies contain more protein and less sugar than a classic chocolate chip cookie. They are still a snack, so enjoy them as part of a varied diet. Find more ideas in our guide to the best healthy snacks.
Can I use a different protein powder?
Yes. Whey gives the best texture. Not sure which one suits you? Read which protein powder is best for you or browse all protein powders.
Why are my protein cookies dry?
Usually they were baked too long or contain too much protein powder. Take them out as soon as the edges are golden and the centre is still soft.
Can I make protein cookies without peanut butter?
Yes. Use the same amount of almond butter, Whey Choco or another spread. The texture stays soft and chewy.
Why use Liquid Egg Whites?
They add extra protein with almost no fat and are ready to use straight away. Read more about Liquid Egg Whites.
Can I eat the dough raw?
This dough contains raw egg and is meant for baking. Craving edible cookie dough? Try our protein cookie dough, made without egg and ready in 5 minutes.
CONCLUSION
With Almond Flour, Perfection Whey and Choco Drops you bake 12 soft, high protein chocolate chip cookies in less than an hour. Pick your favourite chocolate and try the variations. Still craving chocolate? Try our Macadamia Protein Cookies, Protein Chocolate Brownies, Healthy Dubai Chocolate Brownies or Choco Peanut Protein Balls.
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Sources
- Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 on nutrition and health claims made on foods, Annex: "source of protein" and "high protein" claims.
- EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA). Scientific Opinion on the substantiation of health claims related to protein and growth or maintenance of muscle mass. EFSA Journal 2010;8(10):1811.
- U.S. Department of Agriculture, FoodData Central: cookies, chocolate chip.
