Description
Indulge in these Protein Cookie Dough Chocolate Yogurt Cookies for a guilt-free treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while delivering a boost of protein. Soft, chewy, and made with wholesome ingredients like Greek yogurt and nut butter.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- ½ cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- ¼ cup almond flour
- ¼ cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Optional: 1 tablespoon milk (if dough is too thick)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, protein powder, almond flour, peanut butter, maple syrup, salt, and vanilla extract. Stir until a thick dough forms.
3. If the dough is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of milk to loosen it slightly.
4. Fold in the mini chocolate chips and baking powder until evenly incorporated.
5. Scoop portions of dough onto the baking sheet and flatten each cookie slightly.
6. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cookies are set and edges look dry.
7. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
To make these cookies vegan, use dairy-free yogurt and plant-based protein powder.
For an enhanced cookie dough flavor, add a drop or two of butter extract.
Store cookies in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Cookies will continue to firm up slightly as they cool.