Protein Molasses Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder plant-based or whey
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup almond butter or any nut/seed butter of your choice
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup granulated sweetener of choice such as erythritol, granulated sugar, coconut sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a non-stick baking mat.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, protein powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together the applesauce, molasses, almond butter, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and your choice of granulated sweetener until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until a thick dough forms. If the dough seems too sticky, you can add a bit more almond flour.
- Form Cookie Dough Balls: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand or the bottom of a glass.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake to maintain a soft texture.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy: Once cooled, these protein molasses cookies are ready to be enjoyed as a nutritious snack or post-workout treat!
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