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5 Healthy Oatmeal Protein Cookies Recipes – Easy, protein-packed snacks perfect for breakfast, post-workout, or guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s a general base for all 5 recipes:
Base Ingredients (for each batch)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- ½ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan)
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
1. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Protein Cookies
Extra Ingredients:
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips
- 2 tbsp chopped peanuts
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix oats, protein powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk egg, nut butter, honey, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, fold in chocolate chips and peanuts.
- Scoop onto a baking sheet, flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes.
2. Cinnamon Raisin Oatmeal Protein Cookies
Extra Ingredients:
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ cup raisins
- 2 tbsp chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
Follow the same method, adding cinnamon to the dry mix and raisins/walnuts before baking.
3. Banana Walnut Oatmeal Protein Cookies
Extra Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana (mashed)
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions:
- Replace honey/maple syrup with mashed banana for a lower sugar option.
- Mix in walnuts and follow the baking steps.
4. Blueberry Almond Oatmeal Protein Cookies
Extra Ingredients:
- ¼ cup dried blueberries
- 2 tbsp sliced almonds
Instructions:
Add blueberries and almonds to the dough before baking.
5. Double Chocolate Oatmeal Protein Cookies
Extra Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chunks
Instructions:
Add cocoa powder to dry mix and chocolate chunks before baking.
Optional Variations & Substitutes
- Vegan-friendly: Swap egg for flax egg and use vegan protein powder.
- Low-sugar: Use mashed banana instead of honey/maple syrup.
- Nut-free: Use sunflower seed butter instead of nut butter.
Storage & Reheating Tips
- Room Temp: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Fridge: Lasts up to 1 week.
- Freezer: Freeze in a zip-top bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in microwave for 20–30 seconds.
Nutrition Info (Per Cookie – approx)
- Calories: 140
- Protein: 8g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fat: 6g
FAQs
Q1: Can I make these cookies without protein powder?
Yes! Simply replace protein powder with extra oats or almond flour.
Q2: Can I make these cookies gluten-free?
Absolutely—just use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free protein powder.
Q3: Are these cookies good for weight loss?
Yes, they’re high in protein and fibre, which can help keep you full longer and reduce unhealthy snacking.
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