NYC Style Pistachio Protein Cookie
A protein-packed twist on the classic NYC-style cookie, featuring crunchy pistachios and a chewy, soft texture. Perfect for a nutritious snack or post-workout treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 12 cookies
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
– 1 cup shelled pistachios, chopped
– 1/2 cup oat flour
– 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
– 1/4 cup almond flour
– 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
– 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine oat flour, protein powder, almond flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.
5. Gently fold in the chopped pistachios.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center is set.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
– You can substitute the vanilla protein powder with unflavored protein powder, depending on your preference.
– If you prefer a sweeter cookie, add a little more honey or maple syrup.
– Store these cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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