High Protein Classic M&M Cookies
Indulge in the perfect blend of nostalgia and nutrition with these High Protein Classic M&M Cookies! This healthier twist on your favorite sweet treat features a secret ingredient—vanilla protein powder—packed into every bite, making them a guilt-free indulgence. Soft, chewy, and studded with colorful M&M candies and optional mini chocolate chips, these cookies offer a fun pop of color and extra bursts of sweetness. Perfectly golden in just 10 minutes of baking, they’re a quick and effortless way to satisfy your cookie cravings while sneaking in some extra protein. Whether enjoyed as a post-workout snack or paired with a warm beverage, these high-protein cookies are sure to become a household favorite.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 scoop Vanilla protein powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar, packed
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup M&M candies
- 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, vanilla protein powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until well combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 6
Fold in the M&M candies and chocolate chips using a spatula or wooden spoon until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
Step 9
Remove from oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Enjoy your high-protein classic M&M cookies as a delightful snack or dessert!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (695.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2281.1 |
| Total Fat 117.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 70.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 469.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1529.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 269.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 173.1g | |
| Protein 47.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 378.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 629.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories