Description
These Protein Greek Yogurt Cookies are soft, chewy, and a guilt-free treat perfect for beginner bakers. They use simple ingredients to deliver a satisfying sweet bite.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended)
- 1/2 cup natural sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or coconut sugar)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup oat flour
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla or neutral whey)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup mix-ins (chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk the Greek yogurt, sweetener, egg, and vanilla extract together until the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, combine the oat flour, protein powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stop mixing as soon as they are just combined; avoid overmixing the dough.
- Stir in your chosen mix-ins.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each portion slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before moving them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 15 minutes before baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
- For longer storage, freeze the cookies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American