Protein Cookies Four Ingredients (Print-Friendly Format)

Soft, chewy cookies with just four simple ingredients, packed with protein and naturally sweetened.

# Required Ingredients:

01 - 240 ml smooth peanut butter or any nut/seed butter
02 - 90 g brown sugar substitute or granulated sweetener
03 - 1 large egg or 3 tablespoons ground chia seed for eggless option
04 - 60 g vanilla protein powder
05 - 40 g chocolate chips (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar substitute, egg, and protein powder. Add chocolate chips if using. Stir thoroughly until you achieve a cohesive dough.
03 - Divide dough into 12 equal portions and shape into balls. Arrange them on the prepared tray. Gently press each ball to flatten into a round cookie shape.
04 - Place the tray in the oven and bake for 12–14 minutes, until edges are golden.
05 - Remove cookies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the tray before serving or storing.

# Additional Information:

01 - For an eggless version, substitute the egg with 3 tablespoons of ground chia seed soaked in water.
02 - Any smooth nut or seed butter can be used to accommodate allergies or flavor preferences.
03 - Cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 14 days, or freeze for up to 6 months.