Ingredients (Makes about 12 cookies)
- 1 cup organic almond butter (smooth, no sugar added)
- 2 large organic eggs (or flax eggs for egg-free)
- 1/2 cup organic vanilla protein powder (plant-based or grass-fed whey)
- 1/4 cup organic almond flour (or coconut flour for lower carb)
- 2 tbsp organic ground flaxseed
- 2 tbsp organic chia seeds
- 1–2 tbsp raw honey or pure monk fruit sweetener (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp organic vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp filtered water or almond milk, only if dough is too thick
Optional Mix-Ins -
- 2 tbsp raw cacao nibs or 85% dark chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp unsweetened shredded coconut
- Crushed walnuts or pecans for crunch
Instructions -
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with non waxed parchment or butchers paper.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, almond butter, vanilla, and sweetener.
- Add protein powder, almond flour, flax, chia, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well.
- If the dough feels dry, add water or almond milk 1 tbsp at a time until soft and scoopable.
- Fold in optional mix-ins if using.
- Scoop ~1.5 tbsp dough balls, flatten slightly, and space evenly on tray.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before removing from tray (they firm as they cool).
Storage Tips -
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week
- Freeze in a sealed bag for up to 2 months (batch cooking saves time)
Nutrition per Cookie (1 of 12) -
- Calories: ~165
- Protein: ~10–12g
- Fat: ~11g
- Carbohydrates: ~6g
- Sugar: ~1–2g (from raw honey or none if using monk fruit)
ENJOY! 😋