Healthy Birthday Cake Protein Cookies Recipe
Enjoy a delicious and healthy twist on your birthday treats with these Birthday Cake Protein Cookies. Packed with protein powder and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, these cookies are perfect for a nutritious snack or dessert. They feature oat flour for added fiber and texture, colorful rainbow sprinkles for a festive look, and are quick to prepare and bake.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup protein powder
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the protein powder, oat flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and slightly frothy.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients bowl and stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
- Fold in Sprinkles: Carefully fold in the rainbow sprinkles to add a fun and festive touch to the cookie dough.
- Scoop Dough: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop dough portions onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly golden.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This helps them set and prevents breaking.
Notes
- You can substitute rainbow sprinkles with dark chocolate chips for a less colorful but still delicious variation.
- If you prefer a gluten-free option, ensure your oat flour is certified gluten-free.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- For extra moisture, add 1-2 tablespoons of unsweetened applesauce to the wet ingredients.
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