Chocolate Protein Cookies

Chocolate protein cookies are vegan, gluten-free, and secretly healthy! This high protein dessert recipe is made with almond butter, protein powder, almond flour, and coconut oil. It’s quick, easy to make, and requires just one bowl. Enjoy them as a pre-workout snack or post-workout dessert!

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When you’re craving chocolate chip cookies but prioritizing a healthy and high protein diet, this is the dessert for you! These chocolate protein cookies are made with good-for-you ingredients, but they’ll satisfy your cookie cravings.

These chocolate protein cookies are:

• Vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and soy-free
• Made with no refined sugar
• Naturally sweetened with banana & coconut sugar
• A fun way to use protein powder
• Eggless // made without eggs
• A healthy post-workout dessert recipe

Naked Nutrition Chocolate Coconut Almond Protein Shake

For this recipe, I used Naked Nutrition’s Chocolate Coconut Almond Protein Shake. This delicious supplement contains their best-selling pea protein, along with MCT oil and natural plant-based flavors. Each serving contains only 3 grams of sugar and 20 grams of protein!

Naked Nutrition prioritizes the use of pure ingredients. In addition to protein, the Chocolate Coconut Almond Protein Shake contains almond flour, coconut sugar, and alkalized cocoa. This nourishing, real-food blend helps you maintain a healthy weight and balances energy levels throughout the day.

How’s the flavor? Truly delicious! This Naked Shake truly tastes like a blend of chocolate, coconut, and almonds all at once. It has a smooth texture that makes it suitable with plain water or milk. However, it also pairs well in smoothies and baked goods.

The Naked Shake is:

• Dairy-free and vegan
• Certified gluten-free
• Easily digestible
• Soy-free and non-GMO
• Made with pure ingredients
• Third party tested for heavy metals
• Made in the USA & Canada

What are vegan protein cookies made of?

• Protein powder: This makes the cookies high protein and gives them a rich chocolate flavor. Try it with any plant-based or whey protein. I use and recommend the Naked Nutrition brand for this recipe!
• Almond butter: Although I suggest almond butter, you can also make them with peanut butter or cashew butter. For a nut-free option, try sunflower seed butter instead.
• Almond flour: This “flour” is made from blanched ground almonds. It is naturally gluten-free.
• Coconut sugar: This sweetener is considered refined sugar-free, which makes it a healthier option compared to regular sugar.
• Cocoa powder: Cocoa creates a rich chocolate flavor. For an even healthier option, you can use raw cacao powder instead.
• Mashed banana: This ingredient naturally sweetens the cookies and acts as an egg replacer. Applesauce works as well.
• Coconut oil: Use unrefined or refined coconut oil. The refined variety is flavorless and odorless, while the unrefined kind has a coconut flavor.
• Chocolate chips: Use your favorite chocolate chips, whether a dark or milk variety.
• Baking powder: This leavener helps the cookies rise, creating a fluffier texture.
• Vanilla extract: Vanilla adds a sweet flavor and aroma.
• Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the chocolate flavors.

How to make protein powder cookies

For the full ingredient measurements and step-by-step instructions, scroll down to view the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Next, add all ingredients (except for chocolate chips) in a large bowl. This includes almond butter, almond flour, protein powder, coconut sugar, mashed banana, cocoa powder, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt.

Mix the ingredients together until evenly combined. Then, stir in the chocolate chips.

After, scoop the cookie dough into balls. Using clean hands, flatten and form into round cookies. Press extra chocolate chips on top (optional).

Finally, bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top (optional but recommended). Enjoy!

Recipe variations for protein cookies

Follow the easy ingredient swaps below:

• Almond butter: Try it with peanut butter or cashew butter instead
• Mashed banana: Replace it with unsweetened applesauce
• Nut-free: Swap sunflower seed butter for the almond butter

How to store them

Store these vegan protein cookies inside a sealed container. Keep them at room temperature for 2 days or inside the refrigerator for 5 days.

If you would like to store them longterm, keep in the freezer for up to 3 months. Let them thaw before enjoying.

More protein powder desserts

• Protein Truffles
• Vegan Protein Brownies
• Cookie Dough Protein Bars
• Birthday Cake Protein Bars
• Brownie Protein Bars