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Single Serve Protein Cookie - A Quick, Satisfying Treat

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vanilla or chocolate protein powder (whey, whey blend, or plant-based)
  • 2 tablespoons quick oats or oat flour (almond or all-purpose flour also works)
  • 1 tablespoon nut or seed butter (peanut, almond, cashew, or sunflower)
  • 1–2 teaspoons granulated or liquid sweetener (maple syrup, honey, coconut sugar, or brown sugar)
  • 1 tablespoon milk (dairy or unsweetened plant milk)
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1–2 teaspoons mini chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate (optional but great)

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a small baking sheet with parchment. For a faster option, you can use the microwave (see FAQ).
  2. Mix dry ingredients. In a small bowl, stir together protein powder, oats or flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt until evenly combined.
  3. Add wet ingredients. Stir in nut butter, sweetener, milk, and vanilla. Mix with a spoon until a thick dough forms. If it’s crumbly, add milk 1/2 teaspoon at a time; if it’s sticky, add a pinch more oats or flour.
  4. Fold in chocolate. Add chocolate chips if using, saving a few to press on top.
  5. Shape the cookie. Scoop the dough onto the prepared sheet and flatten to about 1/2 inch thick. Press on the remaining chips.
  6. Bake. Bake for 8–10 minutes until the edges are set and the center is just slightly soft. It firms up as it cools.
  7. Cool briefly. Let the cookie rest on the sheet for 3–5 minutes, then enjoy warm or transfer to a rack to cool fully.