Chocolate Protein Cookies
Treat yourself to these fudgy chocolate cookies with a secret boost of protein! These cookies are perfect for when you want something sweet that also gives you energy. They're easy to make and taste amazing!
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Baking Time: 12 minutes mins
Total Time 27 minutes mins
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup dark chocolate, chopped
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Heat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Melt Chocolate: Put butter and chopped chocolate in a bowl. Microwave at 50% power for 30 seconds at a time, stirring until smooth (about 2 minutes total).
Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat sugar and eggs until fluffy (2-3 minutes). Add vanilla and mix again.
Add Chocolate: Slowly pour the melted chocolate into the egg mixture while stirring gently.
Add Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt. Add to the chocolate mixture and stir just until combined.
Make Cookies: Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but the middle is still soft.
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For chewier cookies: Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking
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Make them last: Store in an airtight container for up to a week
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Add extra flavor: Mix in some chocolate chips or chopped nuts
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Perfect timing: Don't overbake - they should be slightly soft in the center
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Quick fix: If the dough is too runny, add 1-2 extra tablespoons of flour