Pin Soft, chewy cookies packed with protein and studded with rich chocolate chips—perfect for a post-workout treat or a wholesome snack.
I love baking these cookies because they satisfy my sweet tooth while keeping me fueled for the day.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour, 1 cup (100 g) vanilla or chocolate protein powder (whey or plant-based), 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt
- Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter melted and cooled, 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk (dairy or plant-based), 1/2 cup (100 g) light brown sugar packed, 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Add-Ins: 1 cup (170 g) semisweet chocolate chips, 1/2 cup (50 g) chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Step 4:
- Add eggs and vanilla extract to the wet mixture, whisking until combined.
- Step 5:
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Step 6:
- Fold in chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
- Step 7:
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft—do not overbake.
- Step 9:
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Pin These cookies always bring smiles to my family's faces after a long day together.
Notes
Swap chocolate chips for dark chocolate chunks for a richer flavor. Use gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free protein powder for a gluten-free version.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls, whisk, cookie scoop or tablespoon, baking sheets, parchment paper, cooling rack
Allergen Information
Contains: Eggs, Milk, Wheat (gluten), Soy (if using soy-based protein powder), Tree Nuts (if using walnuts or pecans). Check all ingredient labels if sensitive to allergens.
Pin Enjoy these protein-packed treats fresh or store them for an easy snack anytime.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do I make the cookies extra chewy?
For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the cookies by taking them out when edges are set but centers remain soft.
- → Can I substitute the protein powder?
You can use whey or plant-based protein powder depending on your preference or dietary needs.
- → Are nuts required in the dough?
Nuts like walnuts or pecans are optional and can be included for added texture and flavor or omitted altogether.
- → What can I use instead of chocolate chips?
Dark chocolate chunks can be used as a richer alternative to semisweet chocolate chips.
- → Can this be made gluten-free?
Yes, by using gluten-free flour and certified gluten-free protein powder, you can adapt the dough for gluten-free diets.