Nut-Free Protein-Packed Cookies

Craving a snack that's both delicious and nourishing? These Nut-Free Protein-Packed Cookies are the perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and irresistible flavor! Crafted with rolled oats, whey protein powder, and a medley of seeds, these cookies deliver a satisfying boost of protein without a trace of nuts—making them ideal for nut-free households or allergy-conscious eaters. Sweetened naturally with honey and unsweetened applesauce, they’re studded with dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips for a delightful balance of chewy, chocolatey sweetness and texture in every bite. Ready in just under 30 minutes, these cookies are perfect for meal prep, post-workout snacks, or grab-and-go breakfast options. Whether you’re fueling your busy day or treating yourself guilt-free, these cookies check every box—simple, nutritious, and utterly crave-worthy!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup Whey protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup Pumpkin seeds
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, whey protein powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and honey. Stir until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Make sure that the mixture is moist but not overly wet.

Step 5

Fold in the sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, and dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Scoop tablespoons of the cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Step 7

Gently flatten each scoop with the back of a spoon to form cookie shapes. The cookies will not spread much during baking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake as they may become dry.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1206.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4523.7

Total Fat 200.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 38.0g
Cholesterol 612mg	0%
Sodium 2223.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 440.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.1g	0%
Total Sugars 224.3g
Protein 282.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 1161.9mg	0%
Iron 34.0mg	0%
Potassium 4125.8mg	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: 38.4%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 37.5%