High Protein Whole Foods Market Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Elevate your cookie game with these irresistible High Protein Whole Foods Market Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies—where indulgence meets nutrition. These homemade treats combine the nutty richness of browned butter with the satisfying chew of almond flour and a protein-packed boost from vanilla or unflavored protein powder, making them a guilt-free, high-protein sweet fix. Each cookie is studded with velvety dark chocolate chunks (70% or higher for maximum flavor) and finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt for a gourmet touch. Perfectly golden and slightly crisp on the edges with a soft, gooey center, these cookies are as wholesome as they are decadent. Quick to prep and ready in under 30 minutes (plus chilling time), they’re ideal for meal prep, post-workout treats, or just a cozy baking afternoon. Whether you're looking for gluten-free desserts, high-protein snacks, or a fresh twist on classic chocolate chip cookies, this recipe has it all.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 115 g Unsalted butter
• 100 g Light brown sugar (packed)
• 50 g Granulated sugar
• 1 item Large egg
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 130 g Almond flour
• 40 g Protein powder (preferably vanilla or unflavored)
• 0.5 tsp Baking soda
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 100 g Dark chocolate chunks (70% or higher)
• 0 Optional: Flaky sea salt (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Place the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Melt the butter, stirring occasionally, until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Slowly pour in the cooled brown butter and whisk until combined.

Step 3

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Whisk until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

In another bowl, mix the almond flour, protein powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the dark chocolate chunks, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) to help the cookies hold their shape during baking.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 8

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.

Step 9

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers appear slightly underbaked. They will firm up as they cool.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and, if desired, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top while they are still warm.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(594.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2956.9

Total Fat 209.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 454.0mg	0%
Sodium 1936.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 224.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.9g	0%
Total Sugars 180.2g
Protein 75.0g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 581.8mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 1094.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.2%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 29.1%