Description
These High-Protein Pumpkin Cookies are a delightful way to bring together the nostalgic essence of the fall season with a modern nutritional twist.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the pumpkin puree, almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and protein powder in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the rolled oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt, stirring until combined.
- Incorporate the dark chocolate chips if using, and mix well.
- Scoop spoonfuls of dough onto a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 12-15 minutes until the edges are set but the middle is still soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week or frozen for three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pumpkin cookies, high-protein cookies, fall baking, healthy dessert, autumn treats