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Description
Healthy, protein-packed oatmeal chocolate chip cookies made with banana, peanut butter, and wholesome add-ins for a nutritious treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 3/4 cup mashed ripe banana (about 2 large)
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed meal
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup toasted walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, peanut butter, eggs, and maple syrup until the mixture is smooth.
- Sprinkle the protein powder, flaxseed, chia seeds, baking soda, and cinnamon over the wet ingredients and stir until combined.
- Fold in the oats, chocolate chips, and walnuts; the batter will be somewhat thin at this stage.
- Refrigerate the dough for at least 4 hours (or overnight) to allow it to firm up and hydrate.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop 1/4-cup portions of dough onto the sheet, flattening them slightly into rounds.
- Bake for 9 to 12 minutes until the edges are set; let them cool on the pan for 15 minutes to firm up before moving to a wire rack.
Notes
- The dough needs to be refrigerated to firm up, so plan ahead.
- These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.